disproof

/(ˌ)dis-ˈprüf How to pronounce disproof (audio)/ (ame, mw)

disproof — noun

1. the act of showing that a claim, belief, or theory is false

1.名詞C2
釋義

the act of showing that a claim, belief, or theory is false

例句

The scientist's disproof of the old theory changed the textbook chapter.

disproof of + noun phrase

After weeks of tests, Rafael wrote a short disproof of the rumor.

written disproof in a formal context

同義詞
  • refutation

    formal and often used for answering an argument directly

  • rebuttal

    usually refers to a reply that pushes back against a claim

  • debunking

    less formal and often used for exposing myths or rumors

反義詞
  • proof

    shows that something is true rather than false

  • confirmation

    supports an existing idea instead of overturning it

文法句型

disproof of + noun phrase

用法筆記

Usually followed by of when naming the idea or claim that is shown to be wrong. Distinguish from sense 2, which names the evidence itself rather than the act of proving something false.

常見錯誤

❌We need to disproof the claim before noon.
✅We need to disprove the claim before noon.
💡'disproof' is the noun; 'disprove' is the verb.

2. facts or information that show a claim, story, or idea is not true

2.名詞C2
釋義

facts or information that show a claim, story, or idea is not true

例句

The video from the shop camera was strong disproof of his excuse.

be disproof of + noun phrase

That photo is disproof that the wall was painted last year.

disproof that + clause

同義詞
  • counterevidence

    formal term for evidence that argues against another claim

  • contradiction

    can describe a fact that clashes with another statement, not always a full body of evidence

  • evidence against

    plainer phrase that names facts opposing a claim or story

反義詞
  • proof

    evidence that establishes something as true

  • supporting evidence

    facts that strengthen a claim instead of weakening it

文法句型

disproof of + noun phrase

disproof that + clause

用法筆記

Often appears after be, become, offer, or provide when you name the facts that prove a statement false. Distinguish from sense 1, which refers to the process of disproving rather than the evidence used.

常見錯誤

❌The video gave proof of his alibi.
✅The video gave disproof of his alibi.
💡'proof' supports a claim, while 'disproof' shows that the claim is false.