Self-contradictory
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Self-contradictory is an adjective meaning Containing multiple claims or ideas that are inherently in disagreement; of something or someone that contradicts itself.
Meaning
Containing multiple claims or ideas that are inherently in disagreement; of something or someone that contradicts itself.
Example Sentences
The statement “We agree to disagree on everything” is self-contradictory.
Synonyms for self-contradictory
Depending on context, synonyms include incomprehensible, inexplicable, contradictory, inconsistent, paradoxical, conflicting.
Antonyms for self-contradictory
Common opposites include self-consistent.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include paradoxical, contradictory, conflicting, inconsistent, incomprehensible, inexplicable.
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