Refutation

Pronunciation: /ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/

Definitions of refutation

noun the act of proving a statement or theory to be false or incorrect

Example Sentences

A1 I heard a strong refutation of the new policy at the meeting.

A2 The student presented a well-reasoned refutation of the professor's argument.

B1 The lawyer's refutation of the prosecution's evidence was compelling.

B2 The scientist's refutation of the theory was based on solid empirical data.

C1 Her refutation of the outdated scientific theory was published in a prestigious journal.

C2 The philosopher's refutation of the opposing argument was thorough and persuasive.

Examples of refutation in a Sentence

formal The scientist presented a well-researched refutation of the theory proposed by his colleague.

informal She totally shut down his argument with a solid refutation.

slang He straight up debunked that with a killer refutation.

figurative Her words were like a sharp sword, cutting through his argument with precision and refutation.

Grammatical Forms of refutation

• plural: refutations
• comparative: more refutative
• superlative: most refutative
• present tense: refutes
• future tense: will refute
• perfect tense: has refuted
• continuous tense: is refuting
• singular: refutation
• positive degree: refutation
• infinitive: to refute
• gerund: refuting
• participle: refuted

Origin and Evolution of refutation

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'refutation' originated from the Latin word 'refutare', which means to repel or drive back.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'refutation' has evolved to refer to the act of proving a statement or theory to be false or incorrect through evidence or argumentation.