refute
verbUK /rɪˈfjuːt/
US /rɪˈfjuːt/
To show that something someone said is not true.
She refuted the rumor with clear evidence.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. To prove a statement or idea wrong by argument or evidence.
The scientist refuted the old theory with new data.
3. To deny the truth or accuracy of an accusation.
He refuted the claims made against him in court.
4. To overcome an argument in a debate by showing it is false.
The debater refuted every point raised by the opponent.