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refutation

noun

/ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/

Meaning

The act of proving a statement or argument to be false or incorrect.

Her essay was a strong refutation of the opposing theory.

disproof, rebuttal, denial, contradiction, counterargument

confirmation, validation, support

strong refutation, direct refutation, complete refutation

a sweet, sticky substance made by bees from flower nectar

The stable state of an ecosystem where all organisms coexist harmoniously.

a natural ability or talent to do something well

The process or state of breaking or being broken into fragments.

The ability to perform tasks quickly and accurately.

Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.