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Definition of Rebut
1. Verb. Overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof. "The speaker refuted his opponent's arguments"
Exact synonyms: Refute
Generic synonyms: Disown, Renounce, Repudiate
Specialized synonyms: Contradict, Controvert, Oppose, Answer
Derivative terms: Rebuttal, Rebutter, Rebutter, Refutation, Refutation, Refuter
Generic synonyms: Disown, Renounce, Repudiate
Specialized synonyms: Contradict, Controvert, Oppose, Answer
Derivative terms: Rebuttal, Rebutter, Rebutter, Refutation, Refutation, Refuter
2. Verb. Prove to be false or incorrect.
Exact synonyms: Controvert, Refute
Generic synonyms: Confute, Disprove
Derivative terms: Rebutter, Refutation, Refutation, Refuter
Generic synonyms: Confute, Disprove
Derivative terms: Rebutter, Refutation, Refutation, Refuter
Definition of Rebut
1. v. t. To drive or beat back; to repulse.
2. v. i. To retire; to recoil.
Definition of Rebut
1. to refute [v -BUTTED, -BUTTING, -BUTS] - See also: refute
Lexicographical Neighbors of Rebut
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