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refutation

UK
/ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/
US
/ˌrɛfjuˈteɪʃən/

Traductions

refutationnoun
refutations
pl
UK
/ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/
US
/ˌrɛfjuˈteɪʃən/
The scientist presented a detailed refutation of the previously accepted theory.
Le scientifique a présenté une réfutation détaillée de la théorie auparavant admise.
Her refutation of the accusations was both thorough and convincing.
Sa réfutation des accusations était à la fois complète et convaincante.
Synonymes
rebuttal
counterargument
negation
contradiction
disproof
refutationadjective
UK
/ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/
US
/ˌrɛfjəˈteɪʃən/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "refutation essay")
Traductions supplémentaires
réfutatoireStyle soutenu, employé surtout de façon attributive.

Définitions

refutationnoun
The action of proving a statement or theory to be wrong or false.
The scientist presented a detailed refutation of the previously accepted theory.
A statement or argument that disproves or contradicts another statement or argument.
Her refutation of the accusations was both thorough and convincing.
refutationadjective
Serving to refute; used attributively before another noun to denote rebuttal or disproof.
The lawyer submitted a refutation brief that dismantled the prosecution’s case.
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