Contradictory
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkɒntɹəˈdɪkt(ə)ɹi/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Contradictory is an adjective meaning That contradicts something, such as an argument.
Meaning
That contradicts something, such as an argument.
More Meanings
- That is itself a contradiction.
- That is diametrically opposed to something.
- Mutually exclusive.
- Tending to contradict or oppose, contrarious.
- (logic) Either of a pair of propositions, that cannot both be true or both be false.
Example Sentences
Schemes […] contradictory to common sense.
Our attitudes toward sharks are contradictory. We fear them and yet we seek them out.
[White House deputy chief of policy Stephen] Miller has offered contradictory versions of Trump administration statements and court rulings.
Word Forms
- contradictories
Synonyms for contradictory
Depending on context, synonyms include opposite, incompatible, confounding, inconsistent, conflicting, antonymous.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include antonymous, self-contradictory, conflicting, inconsistent, incompatible, confounding.
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