Impugns
/ɪmˈpjuːnz/
Definitions
- (v.) Third-person singular present of impugn, meaning to challenge the truth, validity, or honesty of a statement or motive in a legal context.
The lawyer impugns the credibility of the witness during cross-examination.
Forms
- impugn
- impugned
- impugning
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Commentary
Used primarily to denote making a formal accusation or casting doubt on something's legitimacy in legal arguments.
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