impugn
verbHow many syllables in impugn?
There are 2 syllables in the word impugn.How to pronounce impugn:
Definition of impugn:
- impugn (verb):
- to challenge or attack as false
- to assail by words or arguments oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity
Synonyms for impugn:
accuse
appeal
assail
attack
blame
call (on)
call into question
cast aspersions upon
cast doubt upon
castigate
censure
challenge
chide
cite
condemn
criticize
damn
defame
denounce
dispute
fault
gainsay
impeach
implicate
incriminate
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Antonyms for impugn:
accept
acknowledge
admit
advance
affirm
agree
agree with
aid
allow
approve
approve of
assist
attest to
authenticate
avow
back
back up
bear out
bear witness to
bolster
buttress
certify
compliment
concede
concur
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