Definitions

1. verb

to show that something is false or not true; to prove the opposite of something

“The scientist’s new findings have disproven the long-held theory.”

2. adjective

having been shown to be false or not true

“The disproven hypothesis was removed from the scientific study.”

3. noun

something that has been shown to be false or not true

“The disproven theory was a major setback for the research team.”