Synonyms of give the lie to

give the lie to

phrase

as in refute

to prove to be false

New methodologies give the lie to the notion that students who struggle with standardized tests lack intelligence.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• refute
• overturn
• challenge
• disprove
• falsify
• rebut
• discredit
• discuss
• debunk
• belie
• confound
• confute
• shoot down
• doubt
• talk over
• question
• disconfirm
• overthrow
• contest
• debate
• mistrust
• hash (over)
• moot
• query

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• establish
• prove
• show
• confirm
• verify
• evidence
• record
• support
• document
• witness
• identify
• validate
• back (up)
• display
• demonstrate
• corroborate
• illustrate
• manifest
• substantiate
• evince
• buttress
• adduce
• certify
• authenticate
• attest