Confute

Pronunciation: /kənˈfjut/

Definitions of confute

verb to prove (a person or an assertion) to be wrong; to refute conclusively

Example Sentences

A1 I confute the idea that cats are better pets than dogs.

A2 She confuted his argument with solid evidence.

B1 The scientist confuted the theory with new experimental data.

B2 The lawyer confuted the witness's testimony during cross-examination.

C1 The professor confuted the student's thesis with a comprehensive analysis of existing research.

C2 The expert confuted the opposing team's claims with a flawless presentation of facts and logic.

Examples of confute in a Sentence

formal The scientist was able to confute the theory proposed by his colleague using empirical evidence.

informal I confuted my friend's argument by pointing out the flaws in his logic.

slang I totally confuted her claim with solid proof.

figurative Her unwavering confidence confuted all doubts about her abilities.

Grammatical Forms of confute

• past tense: confuted
• plural: confutes
• comparative: more confutable
• superlative: most confutable
• present tense: confutes
• future tense: will confute
• perfect tense: have confuted
• continuous tense: is confuting
• singular: confute
• positive degree: confute
• infinitive: to confute
• gerund: confuting
• participle: confuting

Origin and Evolution of confute

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'confute' originated from the Latin word 'confutare', which means to refute or disprove.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'confute' has retained its original meaning of proving something false or wrong through argument or evidence. It is commonly used in academic and formal settings to challenge or contradict a statement or belief.