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to refute
01
to state that something is incorrect or false based on evidence
Transitive: to refute a belief or theory
Examples
The scientist refuted the hypothesis with empirical data.
02
to reject or deny a statement or accusation by using an argument or evidence
Transitive: to refute a statement or accusation
Examples
The spokesperson refuted the rumors during the press conference.
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