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- Dictionaryrebut/rɪˈbʌt/
verb
- 1. claim or prove that (evidence or an accusation) is false: "he had to rebut charges of acting for the convenience of his political friends"
- 2. drive back or repel (a person or attack): archaic "but he … their sharp assault right boldly did rebut"
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REBUT definition: 1. to argue that a statement or claim is not true: 2. to argue that a statement or claim is not…. Learn more.
1. : to drive or beat back : repel. 2. a. : to contradict or oppose by formal legal argument, plea, or countervailing proof. b. : to expose the falsity of : refute. intransitive verb. : to make or furnish an answer or counter proof. rebuttable. ri-ˈbə-tə-bəl. adjective. Did you know?
Rebut definition: to refute by evidence or argument.. See examples of REBUT used in a sentence.
REBUT meaning: 1. to argue that a statement or claim is not true: 2. to argue that a statement or claim is not…. Learn more.
To rebut is to argue against something. If your parents say you're too young and irresponsible to drive, you can rebut their claim by ticking off examples of your responsibility.
If you rebut a charge or criticism that is made against you, you give reasons why it is untrue or unacceptable.
1. To refute, especially by offering opposing evidence or arguments, as in a legal case: rebut an allegation. 2. To repel or reject: She rebutted his advances. v.intr. To present opposing evidence or arguments.
