Definitions

1. verb

to prove or show to be false or incorrect

“The scientist had to refute the rumors about the new discovery.”

2. verb

to deny or contradict something

“The politician was forced to refute the allegations of corruption.”

3. noun

the act of proving or showing something to be false or incorrect

“The lawyer presented a refutation of the opposing team’s argument.”

4. noun

a statement or argument that proves or shows something to be false or incorrect

“The professor’s refutation of the student’s theory was well-received by the class.”