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Synonyms · Question 191 of 250

Question 191

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Choose the word closest in meaning to the word in capitals.

The scientist's claim was later REFUTED by new evidence.

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CorrectNot quiteAnswer D

Correct answer: D

Explanation

  1. To refute a claim is to prove it wrong. Disproved means the same.

Worth noting

Supported is the opposite. New evidence can do either, so the word itself has to be known.

Concept
A word of the same meaning as "refute"
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