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Confutative

Description:

Confutative is an adjective that refers to something that is capable of refuting or disproving an argument, opinion, or belief.

Senses:

1. Related to Refutation: Used to describe anything that has the ability to discredit, deny, or counter an argument or theory.

Usages:

• Popular Usage: In debates, logical fallacies are often used in an attempt to seem confutative, but they do not necessarily provide valid evidence.
• Local Usage: In our town, the local newspaper runs a confutative column where readers can submit opposing viewpoints and counterarguments for discussion.

Sample Sentences:

• The lawyer presented confutative evidence that dismantled the opposing attorney's case.
• Her research aims to provide a confutative analysis of the widely accepted theories.
• Despite his confident stance, his arguments lacked confutative substance.

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