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REFUTE

(verb)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Refute.

How to pronounce refute:

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Refute - as a verb

Overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof

Example: "The speaker refuted his opponent's arguments"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rebut7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disown10renounce10repudiate12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Prove to be false or incorrect

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
controvert15rebut7

Example Sentences

"I will refute your claim by presenting evidence that proves you wrong."
"The scientist conducted experiments to refute the theory proposed by his colleague."
"She was able to refute the accusations made against her with a solid alibi."
"The defendant's lawyer called an expert witness to refute the prosecution's argument."
"He tried to refute the rumors about his involvement in the scandal."
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Word Game Points

Is REFUTE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, refute is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

REFUTE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is REFUTE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, refute is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
REFUTE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is REFUTE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, refute is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
REFUTE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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