Contradict

Quick meaning: Contradict is a verb meaning To deny the truth or validity of (a statement or statements).

Meaning

To deny the truth or validity of (a statement or statements).

More Meanings

1. To oppose (a person) by denying the truth or pertinence of a given statement.
2. To be contrary to (something).
3. (reflexive) To say things that conflict with each other.
4. (obsolete) To give an order contrary to (another order or wish), oppose (something).
5. (obsolete) To give an order contrary to one given by (another person), oppose or resist (someone).
6. (obsolete) To speak against; to forbid.

Example Sentences

His testimony contradicts hers.

Everything he says contradicts me.

Dear Duff, I prithee, contradict thyself, And say it is not so.

“I always contradict my husband when he says that,” said Mrs. Thornbury sweetly. “You men! Where would you be if it weren’t for the women!”

Word Forms

• contradicts
• contradicting
• contradicted

Synonyms for contradict

Depending on context, synonyms include contravene, disconfirm, deny, dispute, question, gainsay.

Antonyms for contradict

Common opposites include sustain, affirm, support, corroborate, substantiate, confirm.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include oppose, negate, contravene, controvert, belie, gainsay.

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