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Opposite of to make a claim
“The accused denies that he is guilty.”
Opposite of to dispute the validity of
“To the astonishment of the jury, the defendant's lawyer then accepts the evidence presented by the prosecutor.”
Opposite of to exchange or express diverging or opposite views, typically in a heated or angry way
“There is that picture out there we could all agree that shouldn't be taken even by the family.”
Opposite of to give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory
“The law provides for the reduction of penalties, as long as the taxpayer will agree to fully accept the charges laid.”
Opposite of to demonstrate or support the truth or value of
“His peers will attempt to disprove the theory, not because they are mean-spirited disbelievers, but because they recognize that a theory can only be disproven.”
Opposite of to debate, disagree, or discuss opposing or differing viewpoints
“I don't always agree with her, but she is right on this point.”
Opposite of to cause (someone) to agree through arguments or earnest requests
“They used their utmost endeavors to dissuade him from sending this unhappy prisoner to that infected house.”
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