First Known Use: 14th century
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impugn
verb im·pugn \im-ˈpyün\
: to criticize (a person's character, intentions, etc.) by suggesting that someone is not honest and should not to be trusted
Full Definition of IMPUGN
transitive verb
1
: to assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity <impugned the defendant's character>
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Origin of IMPUGN
Middle English, from Anglo-French empugner, from Latin inpugnare, from in- + pugnare to fight — more at pungent
Rhymes with IMPUGN
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