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Disprove

usgb/ˌdɪsˈpruːv/Volume
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Evidence RequiredPlay
Using 'disprove' means providing evidence or logical reasoning that shows something is false. SlideThe new study aimed to disprove the outdated findings on climate change.
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Scientific ContextPlay
'Disprove' is often used in a scientific setting where a hypothesis or theory is shown to be incorrect. SlideThe research did not disprove her hypothesis about the new medicine.
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Debate and ArgumentPlay
In debates or arguments, 'disprove' describes the action of proving someone's point or claim wrong. SlideTo win the debate, he had to disprove the opponent's key arguments.