The meaning of REFUTE is to prove wrong by argument or evidence : show to be false or erroneous. How to use refute in a sentence.

REFUTE definition: to prove to be false or erroneous, as an opinion or charge. See examples of refute used in a sentence.

REFUTE definition: 1. to say or prove that a person, statement, opinion, etc. is wrong or false: 2. to say or prove…. Learn more.

rebut, refute - To rebut a statement is to offer clear evidence or a reasoned argument against it; to refute a statement is to prove it wrong (neither means "contradict" or "deny").

Definition of refute verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

If you refute an argument, accusation, or theory, you prove that it is wrong or untrue.

Refute is a verb that means to prove a statement, accusation or theory to be wrong or false; to disprove or debunk something. It can also mean to deny or contradict a statement or accusation.

Refute definition: To prove to be false or erroneous; overthrow by argument or proof.

He refuted [= denied] the rumor about him. He refutes the notion that he's planning to retire soon. She refuted the allegations against her.

The verb refute is to prove that something is wrong. When the kids you're babysitting swear they brushed their teeth, you can refute their claim by presenting the dry toothbrushes.