disprove
/dɪsˈpruːv/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #6755 in the learning path
证明……错误；证伪
Definitions
v. to show through evidence that something is not true
证明……错误；证伪
Example
The clear photograph disproved his claim about the damage.
这张清晰的照片证明他对损坏情况的说法不实。
Researchers need reliable evidence to disprove the assumption that smaller classes always lead to better academic results.
研究人员需要可靠的证据，才能推翻小班教学总能带来更好学业成绩的假设。
Collocations
- disprove a theory
- disprove a claim
- disprove a hypothesis
Word family
- prove (v.)
- proof (n.)
- disproof (n.)
Synonyms
- refute
Antonyms
- prove
- confirm
Usage tip
不只是表示反对，而是用证据证明说法错误。
FAQ
- What does disprove mean?
- to show through evidence that something is not true
- How is disprove pronounced?
- UK /dɪsˈpruːv/, US /dɪsˈpruːv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
