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impugner

 

[ ɪmˈpjuːnər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

legal term

An impugner is a person who challenges or questions the validity, truth, or authority of something. This term is often used in legal contexts where one party seeks to contest the claims or evidence presented by another. An impugner may raise doubts about the credibility of a witness or the integrity of the evidence itself. The act of impugning involves presenting arguments or evidence that contradict the assertions made by another party.

Synonyms

challenger, doubter, questioner

Examples of usage

  • The attorney served as an impugner during the trial.
  • He was known as a fierce impugner of false claims.
  • As an impugner, she called into question the witness's reliability.

Translations

Translations of the word "impugner" in other languages:

🇵🇹 impugnar

🇮🇳 संदेह करना

🇩🇪 anfechten

🇮🇩 membantah

🇺🇦 оспорювати

🇵🇱 kwestionować

🇯🇵 異議を唱える

🇫🇷 contester

🇪🇸 impugnar

🇹🇷 itiraz etmek

🇰🇷 이의를 제기하다

🇸🇦 اعتراض

🇨🇿 napadnout

🇸🇰 napadnúť

🇨🇳 质疑

🇸🇮 izpodbijati

🇮🇸 mótmæla

🇰🇿 дауластыру

🇬🇪 გადაწყვეტილება

🇦🇿 etiraz etmək

🇲🇽 impugnar

Etymology

The term 'impugner' originates from the Latin word 'impugnare', which means 'to fight against' or 'to attack'. This Latin term is composed of the prefix 'im-' meaning 'against', and 'pugnare', meaning 'to fight'. The word made its way into Middle English through Old French as 'empugner'. Its usage has evolved over time, with its current form mostly appearing in legal terminology. In contemporary usage, it refers to anyone who disputes or challenges the validity of statements or claims, particularly in formal settings such as courtrooms. The concept of impugning is fundamental in legal discourse, wherein the credibility of evidence and witnesses can significantly influence the outcome of cases.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,966, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.