To decide that an idea or opinion is not worth serious consideration and reject it.
“Critics dismiss the proposal as unrealistic given the city's limited budget.”
“The author dismisses concerns about automation, calling them exaggerated.”
Writers in Part 4 sometimes dismiss an opposing argument quickly before presenting their own, which can be a clue to their overall stance. Be careful not to confuse a dismissed idea with the writer's actual conclusion when answering questions.
Synonyms: reject, disregard, brush aside