refutation

Definitions

The action of proving a statement or theory to be wrong or false.

A statement or piece of evidence that serves to contradict or disprove an argument.

Examples

The scientist provided a detailed refutation of the flawed study, pointing out several errors in the methodology.

His argument was so compelling that it served as a complete refutation of the opposition's claims.

Synonyms

rebuttal denial contradiction disproof negation counterargument invalidation

Antonyms

confirmation proof corroboration validation verification endorsement support