Contradiction: meaning, definitions and examples
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contradiction
[ ˌkɒn.trəˈdɪk.ʃən ]
in logic
A combination of statements, ideas, or features that are opposed to one another, producing a logical inconsistency.
Synonyms
conflict, discrepancy, inconsistency
Examples of usage
- There is a contradiction in the evidence presented by the two witnesses.
- The theory he proposed contains a contradiction that cannot be resolved.
general
A situation in which inherent factors, actions, or propositions are inconsistent or contrary to one another.
Synonyms
incompatibility, opposition, paradox
Examples of usage
- Her actions were a contradiction to her words.
- The politician's behavior was a contradiction of his campaign promises.
literary
The statement of a position opposite to one already made.
Synonyms
antithesis, opposition, reversal
Examples of usage
- The character's actions serve as a contradiction to his earlier declarations of love.
Translations
Translations of the word "contradiction" in other languages:
🇵🇹 contradição
🇮🇳 विरोधाभास
🇩🇪 Widerspruch
🇮🇩 kontradiksi
🇺🇦 суперечність
🇵🇱 sprzeczność
🇯🇵 矛盾 (mujun)
🇫🇷 contradiction
🇪🇸 contradicción
🇹🇷 çelişki
🇰🇷 모순 (mosun)
🇸🇦 تناقض (tanaqud)
🇨🇿 rozpor
🇸🇰 rozpor
🇨🇳 矛盾 (máodùn)
🇸🇮 protislovje
🇮🇸 mótsögn
🇰🇿 қайшылық
🇬🇪 პარადოქსი (paradoksi)
🇦🇿 ziddiyyət
🇲🇽 contradicción
Etymology
The word 'contradiction' originated in the late 14th century from the Latin word 'contradictionem', which means 'repugnance, objection'. The concept of contradiction has been studied extensively in philosophy, logic, and linguistics, with various theories and approaches developed to understand and resolve contradictions.
See also: contradictions, contradictorily, contradictory.
Word Frequency Rank
At #6,546 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.
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- 6543 systemic
- 6544 plug
- 6545 designer
- 6546 contradiction
- 6547 countenance
- 6548 unlimited
- 6549 condemnation
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