refute

/ɹɪfjˈut/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

verb

1. overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof
   “The speaker refuted his opponent's arguments”
2. prove to be false or incorrect

Synonyms for refute

• rebut
• controvert

Words that rhyme with refute

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