disproven (C1)

verb (past participle)

Pronunciation: /dɪsˈpruːvən/

Definition

Shown to be false or incorrect; demonstrated that something is not true or valid.

Examples

• The claim that the Earth was flat has long been disproven by scientific observation.

• Despite initial excitement, the effectiveness of the new drug was disproven in clinical trials.

• Many urban legends are easily disproven with a quick search online.

Synonyms of disproven

Words with a similar meaning to disproven:

• refuted
• debunked
• invalidated
• falsified

Antonyms of disproven

Words with the opposite meaning to disproven:

• proven
• confirmed

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