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Counterexample

A counterexample is a specific example or case that disproves a statement or hypothesis.

Noun

Sense: A specific instance that contradicts a general claim or principle.

Example sentence: In mathematics, a counterexample can be used to demonstrate that a conjecture is false.

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Verb

Sense: To provide an instance that contradicts a claim or theory.

Example sentence: The student tried to counterexample the professor's argument by presenting a well-researched case.

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Adjective

Sense: (Not commonly used as an adjective)

Example sentence: The counterexample scenario highlighted the flaws in the proposed system.

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