rebut

[ri-buht]

verb (used with object)

rebutted, rebutting 

1. to refute by evidence or argument.

   Synonyms: confute, disprove

2. to oppose by contrary proof.

verb (used without object)

rebutted, rebutting 

1. to provide some evidence or argument that refutes or opposes.

rebut

/ rɪˈbʌt /

verb

1. (tr) to refute or disprove, esp by offering a contrary contention or argument

Other Word Forms

• rebuttable adjective
• unrebuttable adjective
• unrebutted adjective
• rebuttal noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of rebut¹

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English reb(o)uten, from Old French rebouter, equivalent to re- re- + bouter butt ³

Word History and Origins

Origin of rebut¹

C13: from Old French reboter , from _re- + boter to thrust, _butt ³

Example Sentences

Rubio later rebutted some of what the senators said he shared in the calls.

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Deutsche Bank rebutted the allegations in a statement, maintaining it applies “netting in accordance with the relevant accounting standards and generally aligned with common industry practice.”

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Borges’s whistleblower complaint has been rebutted by the Social Security Administration, but he believes he did the right thing.

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The gaming platform rebuts claims it would intentionally risk the safety of its users.

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Cook’s lawyers said in a filing to the Supreme Court in September that she could have rebutted the allegations of fraud and gross negligence made against her if given an opportunity.

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Related Words

• deny 
• disprove 
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• invalidate 
• negate 
• quash 
• refute