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impugn

Pronunciation: /ɪmˈpjuːn/
Definition of impugn

verb

[with object]
  • 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

Derivatives

impugnable

adjective

impugnment

noun

Origin:

late Middle English (also in the sense 'assault, attack physically'): from Latin impugnare 'assail', from in- 'towards' + pugnare 'fight'

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