Meaning of oppugn in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /əˈpjun/

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  1. Verb

    oppugn

    Etymology

    late Middle English (in the sense ‘fight against’): from Latin oppugnare‘attack, besiege’, from ob-‘against’ + pugnare‘to fight’

    Definitions

    1. challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

    Examples

    • « We must question your judgment in this matter »

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