refute Meaning & Definition
/ɹɪˈfjuːt/
What Does Refute Mean?
Refute is a verb that means To prove (something) to be false or incorrect. It is also used to mean To deny the truth or correctness of (something); to reject or disagree with an accusation.
Word Facts for Refute
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɹɪˈfjuːt/ |
| Synonyms | controvert, rebut and disprove |
| Antonyms | accept, embrace and demonstrate |
| Verb forms | refutes, refuting, refuted |
Refute Definition (Verb)
- To prove (something) to be false or incorrect.
- To deny the truth or correctness of (something); to reject or disagree with an accusation.
Verb
- To deny the truth or correctness of (something).
Synonyms of Refute
Refute synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Refute
Word Forms & Grammar
refute (third-person singular simple present refutes, present participle refuting, simple past and past participle refuted)
Words That Rhyme With Refute
Origin of Refute
From Latin refūtō (“refute, repudiate”).
Questions People Ask About Refute
What part of speech is refute?
Refute is a verb.
What is another word for refute?
Close synonyms of refute are controvert, rebut and disprove. See the full list of refute synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of refute?
The opposite of refute can be expressed with words like accept, embrace, demonstrate and prove.
What is the past tense of refute?
The past tense of refute is refuted. The present participle is refuting.