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irrefutable Definition

ir·refu·table (i ref′yo̵̅o̅ tə bəl, ir′i fyo̵̅o̅t′ə bəl)

adjective

that cannot be refuted or disproved

Etymology: LL irrefutabilis

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irrefutable Synonyms

irrefutable

modif.

evident, final, proven, undeniable; see accurate 1, certain 3, conclusive, obvious 2.

irrefutable Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • proof: Finally, a method to provide the client with irrefutable proof that they own the only original print of this image.
  • evidence: He has assembled a mountain of irrefutable evidence from all over the world showing the damage done by extreme inequality.
  • logic: They have the same admirable and irrefutable logic as their earlier counterparts at Cumberland Basin.
  • fact: Chief among many arguments is the irrefutable fact that Penzance is the gateway for visitors arriving on public transport.
  • truth: But the irrefutable truth of all of this is that we are British, and we bounce back.
  • argument: If ever there was an irrefutable argument against war, it is the peace that war leaves behind it.

Modifying Another Word

  • seemingly: Their seemingly irrefutable evidence may be no more than the presence of marine fossils in high elevations.
  • not: You only have to have reasonable suspicion and not irrefutable evidence to support your concerns.
  • so: Debra King's remarks were not well received by the Chief Executive, possibly because they were so irrefutable.