Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
refute an argument
verb phrase
/rɪˈfjuːt æn ˈɑːrɡjʊmənt/
Definition
To prove that an argument or statement is false or incorrect.
Examples
- She was able to refute the argument by presenting solid evidence against it.
- The lawyer worked diligently to refute the claims made by the opposing party.
- In his essay, he refutes the argument that climate change is a hoax.
Meaning
Refuting an argument involves providing evidence or reasoning that contradicts the claims made in that argument, effectively showing that it is not valid.
Synonyms
- Disprove
- Counter
- Rebut
- Challenge
- Contend
