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Disprove
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Simple meaning
What does Disprove mean?
Disprove means prove something is not true.
Dictionary definition
To show that something is false or incorrect.
Example sentences
Disprove in a sentence
easy
The clue helped disprove the rumor.
medium
Scientists test ideas to prove or disprove them.
hard
One strong piece of evidence can disprove a claim that seemed believable at first.
Synonyms
Words like Disprove
refuteUse when proving a claim is wrong.
contradictUse when facts go against a claim.
Antonyms
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Word family
Disprove word family
Base word
prove
verb
disprove
To show that something is false.
verb
disproved
Showed something was false in the past.
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Practice 1
What does disprove mean?
Disprove means to show that something is false or incorrect.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses disprove correctly?
This sentence uses disprove to mean show something is not true.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of disprove?
Prove means show something is true, while disprove means show it is false.
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