CEFR C2
impugn
Translation
疑いを差し挟む / 非難する / 攻撃する
Meaning
Impugn means to attack or call into question someone's honesty, motives, character, or the truth of a claim. It is formal and often used with integrity or credibility.
Examples
- その発言は彼女の誠実さを疑うものでした。
The remark impugned her integrity. - 弁護士は証人の信用性を攻撃しようとしました。
The lawyer tried to impugn the witness's credibility.