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rebut

verb

Reveal meaning and examples

To answer an argument with opposing reasons or evidence.

The researcher used dated letters to rebut the proposed timeline.
Dictionary practice example.
A volunteer tried to rebut the claim that the smaller room would take less time by describing the extra stands it required.
From Answering the Argument.
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