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impugn

im·pugn

impugn

 
 
pronunciation:
ihm pyun
features:
Word Combinations (verb), Word Parts
part of speech: transitive verb
inflections: impugns, impugning, impugned
definition: to call into question; challenge or try to discredit.
She impugned my motives, thus damaging my reputation.
antonyms:
advocate, authenticate
similar words:
contest, dispute, oppugn
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derivation: impugnable (adj.)
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