disproof

Meanings

• verb

  The act of proving something false or invalid.

  - "The scientist presented evidence that disproved the hypothesis."
  - "The new evidence disproved the previous theory."

• noun

  A statement or argument that refutes or contradicts another statement or argument.

  - "The opposing counsel presented a strong disproof of the prosecution's case."
  - "The disproof of the theory was presented at the conference."

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Synonyms

confutation , refutation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with disproof
proof , moved , glove , love

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Variants

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disproof , disproofs

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Etymology

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From Old French desprover, from des- 'undo' + prover 'prove'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'disproof' contains the word 'proof' with the prefix 'dis-', which means 'undo' or 'reverse'.

2. The term 'disproof' is often used in legal proceedings and scientific research to challenge the validity of claims or theories.

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Related Concepts

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1. refutation: The act of proving something false or invalid, often through the presentation of evidence or logical arguments.

2. counterargument: An argument that contradicts or opposes another argument, often used in debates and discussions.

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Culture

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In literature, disproof is often used in legal contexts and in philosophical debates. It is a crucial concept in the scientific method, as scientists must constantly test and disprove theories to advance knowledge.

How to Memorize "disproof"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the word 'disproof' as an antidote to 'proof'. Visualize disproving a theory or argument by presenting evidence to the contrary.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'disproof' with the idea of contradiction or refutation. Remember that it is the opposite of 'proof'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Disprove Proof' to remember the meaning of 'disproof'.

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