V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
impugn
verb
Definition: 1. to cast doubt on or call into question; 2. to question the truthfulness or integrity of something of someone
Synonyms: challenge, attack, malign, contradict, negate
Antonyms: advocate, authenticate, support, uphold
Tips: Impugn is derived from the Latin impugnare, meaning “to fight against.” When people question the veracity or truthfulness of another person's statement or call into question someone's integrity, they impugn the statement or person who is questioned. Impugn is often used as a more sophisticated retort: "Don't impugn (call into question) my integrity" or "please do not impugn (question) the veracity of my story."
Usage Examples:
Please don’t impugn my ideas in front of other employees; if you don’t like them, tell me so in private. (malign, challenge)
The attorney impugned the witness’ testimony in an effort to cause doubt among the jury members. (challenged, attacked)
When her reputation was maliciously impugned by a journalist, the actress filed a lawsuit against him. (attacked, maligned)
You can question my rationale, but please do not impugn my integrity. (challenge, question)
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