refutal
- noun
- /rɪˈfjuːtəl/
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refutación
- She offered a detailed refutal of the accusations made against her.
Examples
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The lawyer presented a strong refutal of the accusations.
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The scientist's refutal of the old theory changed the direction of the research.
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His refutal was based on newly discovered evidence.
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Her refutal was convincing and well-structured.
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She offered a detailed refutal of the accusations made against her.
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The scientist's refutal of the old theory changed the direction of the research.
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His refutal was based on newly discovered evidence.
Synonyms
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6.7
A statement that says another person's argument is wrong
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6.9
A formal court statement saying the accused did not do the crime
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4.1
To say that another person's words are wrong
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5.1
A reason that disagrees with another reason in a discussion
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6.8
An argument or evidence that proves a claim wrong
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5.6
Showing that a belief, story, or idea is not true
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7.7
To show that an idea, belief, or result is wrong
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6.8
A fact or argument that shows an idea is not true
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7.3
A written or spoken reply that opposes another claim
Showing that an idea or statement is wrong by using facts and reasons
Evidence that shows a belief or theory is wrong
A statement saying that something is not true or not valid
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Etymology
The word refutal comes from the verb refute, which has the part re- 'back' and a root that means 'push', so it gives the picture of 'pushing an idea back'. A refutal is the act of proving that something is false.