The difference between Gainsay and Refute
When used as verbs, gainsay means to contradict something said, whereas refute means to prove (something) to be false or incorrect.
check bellow for the other definitions of Gainsay and Refute
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Gainsay as a verb:
To contradict something said.
Examples:
"synonyms: controvert deny dispute refute withsay"
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Refute as a verb (transitive):
To prove (something) to be false or incorrect.
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Refute as a verb (transitive):
To deny the truth or correctness of (something).