Definitions and Examples of disprove, refute, deny
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To prove that something is false or incorrect.
Example
The scientist was able to disprove the theory with his experiments.
To prove that something is wrong or false.
Example
The lawyer was able to refute the witness's testimony with evidence.
To declare that something is not true or that one did not do something.
Example
He denied stealing the money from the cash register.
Key Differences: disprove vs refute vs deny
- 1Disprove and refute are synonyms that mean to prove something is false or incorrect, while deny means to declare that something is not true or that one did not do something.
Effective Usage of disprove, refute, deny
- 1Academic Writing: Use disprove and refute in academic writing to argue against a point.
- 2Legal Settings: Use refute and deny in legal settings to disprove accusations or claims.
- 3Everyday Conversations: Use deny to reject an accusation or to declare that something is not true.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of ascertains are disprove, refute, and deny. Use disprove and refute in academic writing or legal settings to argue against a point or disprove accusations. Use deny in everyday conversations to reject an accusation or declare that something is not true.
