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Controvert: meaning, definitions and examples

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controvert

 

[ kษ™nหˆtrษ™หvษœหrt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

dispute claim

To controvert is to deny the truth of something or to argue against it. This often involves presenting evidence or reasoning that challenges a particular assertion or belief. The term is commonly used in legal and academic contexts, where it is necessary to provide counterarguments to establish validity. Controverting a claim can lead to deeper understanding and analysis of the subject at hand.

Synonyms

challenge, debate, dispute, oppose, refute.

Examples of usage

  • He sought to controvert the evidence presented in court.
  • The scientist managed to controvert the widely accepted theory.
  • Her arguments did not convincingly controvert his position.

Translations

Translations of the word "controvert" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น contestar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคฟเคฐเฅ‹เคง เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช bestreiten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ membantah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ััƒะฟะตั€ะตั‡ะธั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kwestionowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ่ซ–ใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท contredire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ contestar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท karลŸฤฑ รงฤฑkmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…ผ์Ÿํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠู†ุงู‚ุด

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zpochybnit

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ spochybniลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ดจ็–‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ oporek

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mรณtmรฆla

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั€ัั‹ ัˆั‹า“ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒกแƒฃแƒฎแƒ˜แƒก แƒ’แƒแƒชแƒ”แƒ›แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ etiraz etmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ controvertir

Etymology

The word "controvert" originates from the Latin "controvertere," which means 'to turn against' or 'to dispute.' This Latin term itself is a combination of 'contra,' meaning 'against,' and 'vertere,' meaning 'to turn.' The use of the term began to appear in English texts in the late 16th century. Initially, it carried a strong connotation of formal debate or argument, particularly in philosophical and legal contexts. Over time, its application has broadened to include any discussion or argument that involves a denial or refutation of a particular claim, making it a staple in both academic discourse and everyday conversation. The evolution of the word reflects the importance of critical thinking and discourse in society.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,459, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.