Tom Stoppard

I write plays because writing dialogue is the only respectable way of contradicting yourself. I put a position, rebut it, refute the rebuttal, and rebut the refutation.

English Dramatist

Richard Dawkins

There is no refutation of Darwinian evolution in existence. If a refutation ever were to come about, it would come from a scientist, and not an idiot.

English Scientist

John Shirley

I'm not quite pompous enough to think of myself as an educator or a man capable of definitive refutation of falsehoods.

American Author

Benjamin Disraeli

Nine-tenths of the existing books are nonsense and the clever books are the refutation of that nonsense.

British Statesman

Used to express strong certainty while dismissing another's claim, showing no doubt.

Conviction Strength

Ensure context is clear as 'refutation' specifically addresses existing statements or beliefs.

Context Clarity

While 'refutation' sounds formal, it should be used without emotional charge to convey objectivity.

Emotional Neutrality

A refutation should be grounded in evidence rather than opinion to be compelling.

Evidence-Based

Clearly outline what's being refuted to avoid ambiguity and strengthen the argument.

Clear Counter

Present your refutation in a logical order, point by point, to be persuasive.

Structured Approach

In debates, 'refutation' involves directly addressing and countering opponents' points.

Debate Technique

Being well-prepared with facts and counterpoints is essential for effective refutation.

Preparation Vital

Ensure refutations don't contain logical fallacies, which weaken the argument's credibility.

Avoid Fallacies

 the Austrian Empress was forced to dispatch her personal physician. He investigated and put an end to the rumors by publishing a thorough, scientific refutation. The panic subsided, but the vampire had already taken root in Western Europe's imagination,

Refutation