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disproof

noun
dis·​proof | \ (ËŒ)dis-ˈprüf How to pronounce disproof (audio) \

Definition of disproof

1 : the action of disproving
2 : evidence that disproves
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Synonyms & Antonyms for disproof

Synonyms

confutation, disconfirmation, rebuttal, refutation

Antonyms

proof

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Examples of disproof in a Sentence

the DNA evidence was all the disproof needed to overturn the wrongful conviction

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 What about the disproof—the later findings that the bubbles linger in the knuckle after the crack? — Jeffrey Kluger, Time, "Why Does Cracking Your Knuckles Make So Much Noise? Science Finally Has an Answer," 29 Mar. 2018 But the insight is right on: A grandiose sense of victimhood, inflamed by epic fantasies and impervious to rational disproof, is one of the best tools there is for victimizing others. — Will Heinrich, Roberta Smith And Martha Schwendener, New York Times, "What to See in New York Art Galleries This Week," 18 May 2017

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First Known Use of disproof

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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