Synonyms of refutation
11 similar words
Another word for refutation is counterargument. Other synonyms of refutation are disproof, confutation and refutal.
Synonyms and similar words for refutation
nounAn act of refuting or disproving; the disproving of an argument, opinion, testimony, doctrine or...
- refutalSynonym of refutation.
- confutationThe act or process of confuting; refutation.
- disproofA refutation.
- disconfirmation
- contradiction
- gainsaying
- rebuttal[refute
- counterargumentAn argument that is opposed to another argument.
- counterassertionAn assertion to the contrary.
- counterclaim
- denial
Meaning of refutation
- noun An act of refuting or disproving; the disproving of an argument, opinion, testimony, doctrine or theory by argument or countervailing proof; evidence of falseness.
- noun A vocal answer to an attack on one's assertions.
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Questions about synonyms of refutation
- What is another word for refutation?
- Refutation has 11 synonyms on Word.ws, such as counterargument, disproof, confutation and refutal.
- What does refutation mean?
- Refutation means an act of refuting or disproving; the disproving of an argument, opinion, testimony, doctrine or theory by argument or countervailing proof; evidence of falseness.
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