refute

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Definitions

v.

To prove that a statement, argument, or accusation is false or wrong

反驳,驳斥,驳倒

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
reagain, back
+
futeroot
=refute

Common Collocations

  • 1.refute a claim驳斥某一说法
  • 2.refute an argument反驳某一论点
  • 3.refute allegations驳斥指控
  • 4.refute evidence反驳证据

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The scientist presented new data to refute the long-held theory.

  • 2.

    She struggled to refute the accusations made against her in court.

  • 3.

    His detailed report effectively refuted all claims made by the opposition.

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