refutation
intermediateB2/ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/ · re-fu-ta-tion
The action of disproving a statement or theory.
Meanings
The action of disproving a statement or theory.
کسی بیان یا نظریے کو غلط ثابت کرنے کا عمل۔
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- refutation of a claim
- refutation in a debate
- effective refutation
Example Sentences
The scientist provided a thorough refutation of the hypothesis.
سائنسدان نے مفروضے کی مکمل تردید فراہم کی۔
Sciencdaan ne mafrooze ki mukammal tardeed faraham ki.
His argument lacked a proper refutation, so it stood unchallenged.
اس کا دلائل مناسب تردید سے خالی تھا، اس لئے یہ بغیر چیلنج کے رہا۔
Us ka dalaail munasib tardeed se khaali tha, is liye yeh baghair challenge ke raha.
In legal cases, a strong refutation is essential to win.
قانونی معاملات میں، مضبوط تردید جیتنے کے لئے ضروری ہے۔
Qanooni maamlaat mein, mazboot tardeed jeetne ke liye zaroori hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Remember 'refutation' by thinking of 'refuting' an incorrect claim loudly with confidence.
Imagine a person standing up in a debate and confidently presenting evidence against a claim.
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📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "refutatio" — to disprove
First known use: 14th century
The word 'refutation' originates from the Latin term 'refutare', which means to disprove or contradict. It has been used in English since the late 14th century.