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rebutted

 

[ rɪˈbʌtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal argument

Rebutted is the past tense of the verb 'rebut', which means to counter or oppose an argument, claim, or evidence. In legal contexts, it often refers to the act of providing evidence to disprove or contradict assertions made by an opposing party. This term can apply in various discussions, where one party challenges the validity of another's statement. Rebuttal is a critical part of debates and discussions, allowing for a process of critical examination and response.

Synonyms

counter, disprove, oppose, refute

Examples of usage

  • The lawyer rebutted the claims made by the prosecution.
  • She rebutted his arguments with strong evidence.
  • The scientist rebutted the opposing theory effectively.

Translations

Translations of the word "rebutted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 refutado

🇮🇳 खंडित

🇩🇪 widerlegt

🇮🇩 ditolak

🇺🇦 спростований

🇵🇱 obalony

🇯🇵 反論された

🇫🇷 réfuté

🇪🇸 refutado

🇹🇷 çürütülmüş

🇰🇷 반박된

🇸🇦 ردت

🇨🇿 vyvrácený

🇸🇰 vyvrátený

🇨🇳 反驳的

🇸🇮 ovržen

🇮🇸 mótmælt

🇰🇿 дәлелденген

🇬🇪 წყვეტილი

🇦🇿 düzəldilmiş

🇲🇽 refutado

Etymology

The word 'rebutted' originates from the Latin word 'rebuttare', which means to beat back or repel. It evolved through Middle English, retaining the essence of negating or countering an assertion. The prefix 're-' signifies 'back' or 'against', while 'but' stems from the Latin 'buttare' meaning to 'push' or 'thrust'. This evolution reflects the term's significance in legal and argumentative contexts throughout history. The use of the word has grown over centuries, especially in formal discourse, debates, and legal scenarios, where rebuttals play a pivotal role in arguing cases and clarifying truths.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,800, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.