CEFR B2

disproved

verb

Meaning

To show that something is false or incorrect.

Examples

The old hypothesis about the Earth being flat was long ago disproved by scientific observation.
New research effectively disproved the claim that the supplement had any health benefits.

Synonyms: refuted, debunked, invalidated, falsified

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disproved (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /dɪsˈpruːvd/

Definition

To show that something is false or incorrect.

Examples

The old hypothesis about the Earth being flat was long ago disproved by scientific observation.
New research effectively disproved the claim that the supplement had any health benefits.
He tried to disprove her argument with a series of logical counterpoints.

How to Use disproved

disprove something (collocation): to show that a statement, theory, or belief is false — "It is difficult to disprove a conspiracy theory once it gains traction."

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