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ind-i-SPYOOT-uh-bl/ˌɪndɪˈspjuːtəbl/

Indisputable means that cannot reasonably be denied: indisputable evidence, an indisputable count. Dispute (already in the dictionary) is the related verb; a rumour in the lobby does not move a signed figure.

Meaning

Impossible to deny because clearly true.

Examples

• “The fire certificate is indisputable; a wreath is not a waiver.”
• “The signed occupancy count is indisputable; a lobby rumour does not move it.”
• “Undeniable is the close twin. Certain is everyday. A rumour is talk. A signature and a figure are a file. Open the file; archive the lobby.”

Good to know

Unable to be denied. Related: dispute (already in the dictionary). A rumour ≠ a signed count.

Near in meaning

undeniable, irrefutable

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