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Refute
To prove a statement or theory wrong. It is more forceful than simply disagreeing, because it requires actual proof.
Examples in context
The expert was able to refute the claims.
The expert was able to refute the claims.
New data will easily refute your old hypothesis.
New data will easily refute your old hypothesis.
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