Refute
6 lettersverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
To disprove a claim, argument, or allegation by presenting contrary evidence or sound reasoning.
“The scientist was able to refute the claims with detailed experimental data.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/rɪˈfjuːt/
Syllables
re·fute
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RE- prefix with -UTE ending, F in the middle helps test a less common consonant position
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F scores 4 points and the -UTE ending hooks onto several useful extensions
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