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unsubstantiated

/ˌʌnsəbˈstænʃieɪtɪd/ /ˌʌnsəbˈstænʃiˌeɪtɪd/

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verb

To prove false; to disprove or discredit.

Examples :

"The scientist worked tirelessly to unsubstantiate the claim that the Earth is flat, presenting clear evidence of its spherical shape. "

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verb

(human services) To officially categorize (an allegation) as unsubstantiated.

Examples :

"After a thorough investigation, the child services agency officially unsubstantiated the claim of neglect due to lack of evidence. "

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verb

To call into question; to create doubt about.

Examples :

"The student unsubstantiated the teacher's claim about the historical event by presenting new evidence from a different source. "

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verb

To make insubstantial or abstract; unsubstantialize.

Examples :

"The repeated denials from the accused seemed only to unsubstantiated the rumors surrounding the scandal, making them feel less solid and more like whispers in the wind. "

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adjective

Lacking substantiation; without evidence.

Examples :

"The rumor that the teacher was leaving was completely unsubstantiated; no one had any proof. "

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