Refute
Definition
Refute means to prove a statement or argument to be false or incorrect.
Analogy
Imagine you're playing a game of basketball and your opponent claims they never miss a shot. To refute their claim, you gather evidence of all the times they've missed shots and present it to them.
Related terms
Claims: Statements made by someone that may or may not be true.
Assumptions: Ideas that are taken for granted without being proven.
Counterargument: An opposing viewpoint or argument presented to challenge the original claim.
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