CEFR B2

refuted

verb

Meaning

Proven a statement or theory to be wrong or false; denied the truth or validity of something.

Examples

The scientist successfully refuted the old theory with new experimental data.
Her lawyer presented evidence that completely refuted the accusations against her client.

Synonyms: denied, disproved, contradicted, debunked, invalidated

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refuted (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈfjuːtɪd/

Definition

Proven a statement or theory to be wrong or false; denied the truth or validity of something.

Examples

The scientist successfully refuted the old theory with new experimental data.
Her lawyer presented evidence that completely refuted the accusations against her client.
He tried to refute the claims made in the article, but lacked sufficient proof.

How to Use refuted

refute a claim/argument/accusation (collocation): To prove a specific statement or charge false. — "He presented strong evidence to refute the claim that he was absent."

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