disconfirmation
Noun

disconfirmation

  1. (chiefly, philosophy, uncountable) Introduction of evidence which conclusively establishes that a belief or hypothesis is not true or which diminishes the acceptability of a belief or hypothesis.
  2. (countable) A particular fact, observation, or other item of evidence which shows or tends to show that a belief or hypothesis is not true.
Synonyms Related terms Translations
  • Portuguese: desconfirmação



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