CEFR B2

disproof

noun

Meaning

Evidence or argument that shows something to be false.

Examples

The experiment provided definitive disproof of his hypothesis.
She searched for any disproof of the rumors, but found none.

Synonyms: refutation, rebuttal, disproving, negation

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disproof (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /dɪsˈpruːf/

Definition

Evidence or argument that shows something to be false.

Examples

The experiment provided definitive disproof of his hypothesis.
She searched for any disproof of the rumors, but found none.
The lawyer's goal was to present a disproof of the prosecution's case.

How to Use disproof

disproof of (prepositional phrase): Evidence showing a particular statement or theory is false. — "The scientist presented a disproof of the prevailing theory."

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