contradict
1. [ verb ] be in contradiction with
Synonyms: belie negate
Related terms: deviate negation
2. [ verb ] deny the truth of
Synonyms: contravene negate
Related terms: disagree deny negation
3. [ verb ] be resistant to
Synonyms: controvert oppose
Examples:

"The board opposed his motion."

Related terms: refute protest veto adversary
4. [ verb ] prove negative; show to be false
Synonyms: negate
Related terms: confirm prove demonstrate disprove invalidate logic
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