Disproof

Synonyms of disproof

• refutation
• contradiction
• rebuttal

Antonyms of disproof

• confirmation
• proof
• validation

Collocations of disproof

disproof of a theory

Frequency: 70 %

The disproof of the theory led to new scientific discoveries.

disproof of an argument

Frequency: 60 %

His disproof of her argument left her speechless.

disproof of a hypothesis

Frequency: 50 %

The disproof of the hypothesis forced the researchers to reconsider their approach.

disproof of a claim

Frequency: 45 %

The disproof of his claim exposed the truth behind the situation.

disproof of a belief

Frequency: 40 %

The disproof of her belief shook the foundation of her faith.

Idiomatic Expressions for disproof

• Phrase: proof by disproof
  Meaning: a method of proving something by showing that all other possibilities are false
  Usage: The detective used a proof by disproof strategy to narrow down the list of suspects.