refutable

/rɪˈfjuːtəbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

capable of being refuted or disproved; not valid or true

“The scientist’s argument was refutable, and he eventually had to concede defeat.”

2. noun

a statement or argument that is capable of being refuted or disproved; a claim that is open to challenge or disproof

“The researcher’s refutable hypothesis was later proven false by new data.”

Synonyms

  • invalid
  • refutable
  • unproven

Antonyms

  • incontrovertible
  • indisputable