rebuttal

/riˈbyutl/

Definitions

1. noun

A statement or argument that opposes or contradicts another statement or argument

“The witness’s rebuttal testimony contradicted the defense’s earlier claims.”

2. noun

A response or answer that opposes or challenges something

“The lawyer presented a strong rebuttal to the prosecution’s case.”

3. verb

To respond or answer with a statement or argument that opposes or contradicts another statement or argument

“The witness will rebut the defendant’s statement.”

Synonyms

  • contradiction
  • counterargument
  • refutation

Antonyms

  • confirmation
  • verification