bok3 cik1駁斥驳斥
Jyutpingbok3 cik1
Yalebok chīk
Definition
To rebut, refute, and reprimand someone.
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How it's used
Unlike the neutral term 反駁 which simply means to counter an argument, 駁斥 carries a stronger, more aggressive tone of scolding or reprimanding the other person. It is often used in formal or serious contexts where someone is correcting a falsehood while simultaneously expressing disapproval of the speaker's attitude or logic.
Examples
He publicly refuted the manager's unreasonable request.
Why do you have to refute him so loudly?
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Common mistake
Learners often use 駁斥 in casual, friendly disagreements, but it sounds overly harsh and confrontational in those settings. Stick to 反駁 for normal debates to avoid sounding like you are attacking the person rather than their argument.
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