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ri-BUT/rɪˈbʌt/

To rebut is to argue that a claim is false, using evidence rather than mere denial: rebut the invented n, rebut a rumour. Contradict (already in the dictionary) is everyday; rounding is still a methods fail.

Meaning

To argue that a claim is false, using evidence (from contradict, already in the dictionary).

Examples

• “Rebut the invented n in the minute; put the raw count in the cell.”
• “Contradict is already in this course. Deny is already in this course. Rounding is a slogan. A codebook line is methods. Write the raw number; then polish the abstract if the rule still allows it.”

Good to know

Argue against with evidence. Everyday: contradict (already in the dictionary). Rounding ≠ a true n.

Near in meaning

refute, counter, disprove

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