Contraposition
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɒntɹəpəˈzɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Contraposition is a noun meaning (countable, logic) The statement of the form "if not Q then not P", given the statement "if P then Q".
Meaning
(countable, logic) The statement of the form "if not Q then not P", given the statement "if P then Q".
More Meanings
- Opposition; contrast.
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: juxtaposition
The expression “Allon” indicates the unique character of this relationship: that of being together in contraposition. I belong to the Allon, and yet detach myself from it.
Word Forms
- contrapositions
Synonyms for contraposition
Depending on context, synonyms include counterposition, juxtaposition.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include contrapositive, consequent, converse, counterproof, contraponend, inverse.
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