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   impugn

   /ɪmˈpjuːn/

   verb

   • 1. dispute the truth, validity, or honesty of (a statement or motive); call into question: "the father does not impugn her capacity as a good mother"

   Word Origin late Middle English (also in the sense ‘assault, attack physically’): from Latin impugnare ‘assail’, from in- ‘towards’ + pugnare ‘fight’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. impugnable adjective
   • 2. impugnment noun

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   The meaning of IMPUGN is to assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity. How to use impugn in a sentence. Did you know?

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   IMPUGN definition: 1. to cause people to doubt someone's character, qualities, or reputation by criticizing them: 2…. Learn more.

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   Impugn definition: to challenge as false (another's statements, motives, etc.); cast doubt upon.. See examples of IMPUGN used in a sentence.

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   IMPUGN meaning: 1. to cause people to doubt someone's character, qualities, or reputation by criticizing them: 2…. Learn more.

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   To impugn means to call into question or attack as wrong. If your usually grumpy brother is suddenly nice and sweet, you'll impugn his motives if you're smart — he probably just wants something from you.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishIMPUGN definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   If you impugn something such as someone's motives or integrity, you imply that they are not entirely honest or honourable.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishimpugn verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes...

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   impugn something to express doubts about whether something is right, honest, etc. synonym challenge. There were no real grounds for impugning the decision.