Synonyms: disproof, refutal, refutation, falsification, falsifying
Definition: the act of determining that something is false
Similar words: determination, finding
Definition: the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
Usage: the determination of molecular structures
Synonyms: falsification, disproof, refutation
Definition: any evidence that helps to establish the falsity of something
Similar words: grounds, evidence
Definition: your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
Usage: the evidence that smoking causes lung cancer is very compelling
Synonyms: refutation, defence, defense
Definition: the speech act of answering an attack on your assertions
Usage: his refutation of the charges was short and persuasive; in defense he said the other man started it
Similar words: answer
Definition: the speech act of replying to a question