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counterexample

[ koun-ter-ig-zam-puhl, -zahm- ]

noun

  1. an example that refutes an assertion or claim.


counterexample

/ ˈ첹ʊԳəɪɡˌɑːə /

noun

  1. an example or fact that is inconsistent with a hypothesis and may be used in argument against it
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of counterexample1

First recorded in 1955–60; counter- + example
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Example Sentences

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Another compelling counterexample to the reorganisation argument is seen in a study of congenitally deaf cats, whose auditory cortex -- the area of the brain that processes sound -- appears to be repurposed to process vision.

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I use Denmark as a counterexample in my book, where in the early 20th century their social-democratic party came to power and governed Denmark for three generations.

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A counterexample that allows for nonabsoluteness of observed events is the “many worlds” interpretation of quantum mechanics.

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In this sense, Apple provides an interesting counterexample.

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Justice Alito’s counterexample clearly demonstrates that either his legal mind is a blunt tool or that his sensibilities include acceptance, even approval, of racial prejudice.

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