Disconfirmation

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  • n. Introduction of evidence which conclusively establishes that a belief or hypothesis is not true or which diminishes the acceptability of a belief or hypothesis.
  • n. A particular fact, observation, or other item of evidence which shows or tends to show that a belief or hypothesis is not true.
  • Word Usage
    "Over the years, I have tried to help people see that this contentious debate is not purely a matter of "the evidence," but instead deeply involves such things as stereotypes, confirmation bias, disconfirmation bias, and tribalism."