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Controvert Definition & Meaning

controvert
verb
  1. be resistant to; "The board opposed his motion"
  2. prove to be false or incorrect

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Frequently asked questions

What does controvert mean?
be resistant to; "The board opposed his motion" prove to be false or incorrect
What part of speech is controvert?
Controvert is a verb.
How many definitions does controvert have?
Controvert has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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