disprove
intermediateB2/dɪsˈpruːv/ · dis-pro-ve
To show that something is not true; to prove wrong.
Meanings
To show that something is not true; to prove wrong.
یہ ظاہر کرنا کہ کچھ سچ نہیں ہے؛ غلط ثابت کرنا۔
جھٹلانا
jhatlana
Synonyms
Common Collocations
- disprove a theory
- disprove a claim
- disprove an argument
Example Sentences
The scientist provided evidence to disprove the existing theory.
زمین کے نظریے کو جھٹلانے کے لئے سائنسدان نے شواہد فراہم کیے۔
Zameen ke nazariye ko jhatlane ke liye scientist ne shawahid faraham kiye.
She was able to disprove his accusations with solid proof.
اس نے مضبوط ثبوت کے ساتھ اس کے الزامات کو جھٹلانے میں کامیابی حاصل کی۔
Us ne mazboot saboot ke saath us ke ilzaam ko jhatlane mein kamiyabi hasil ki.
Experts in the field have disprove that notion repeatedly.
اس میدان کے ماہرین نے اس تصور کو بار بار جھٹلا دیا ہے۔
Is maidan ke mahiron ne is tasawwur ko baar baar jhatla diya hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Remember that 'disprove' starts with 'dis-', which indicates negation – it's about showing something is not true.
Visualize a detective uncovering the truth that disproves a suspect's alibi.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "disprobare" — to prove wrong
First known use: 15th century
The word 'disprove' has been used since the 15th century to denote the act of showing that something is false or incorrect.