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impugnation

/ɪmˈpʌɡneɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does impugnation mean?

noun

The act of challenging or attacking the validity or truth of something, especially a statement or a claim. A formal accusation or charge of wrongdoing.

Example

"The politician's impugnation of the opponent's character was seen as a desperate attempt to win votes."

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