Incontestably: meaning, definitions and examples
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incontestably
[ɪnˈkɒntɛstəbli ]
Definition
in argument
In a way that is impossible to dispute or question.
Synonyms
indisputably, undeniably, unquestionably.
Examples of usage
- He was incontestably the best candidate for the job.
- The evidence presented was incontestably clear.
Interesting Facts
Etymology
- The word is formed from 'in-' meaning 'not,' and 'contest,' which comes from Latin 'contestari,' meaning 'to call to witness.'
- It dates back to the late 19th century, gaining popularity in legal and philosophical texts.
Law
- In law, something stated incontestably means it cannot be challenged in court.
- Incontestable facts are crucial in legal disputes as they streamline the process by eliminating debate.
Philosophy
- In philosophical discussions, truths that are incontestable often form the foundational premises of arguments.
- Philosophers like Descartes explored incontestable beliefs, asserting that certain truths are self-evident.
Psychology
- Psychologically, humans may struggle with accepting incontestable truths if they contradict personal beliefs.
- Cognitive dissonance can arise when faced with incontestable evidence against one's views.
Education
- In educational assessments, criteria that are considered incontrovertible help establish clear benchmarks for student evaluation.
- Teaching methods often emphasize the importance of supporting claims with incontestable evidence to strengthen arguments.
Translations
Translations of the word "incontestably" in other languages:
🇵🇹 incontestavelmente
🇮🇳 निर्विवाद रूप से
🇩🇪 unbestreitbar
🇮🇩 tak terbantahkan
🇺🇦 незаперечно
🇵🇱 niewątpliwie
🇯🇵 疑いなく
🇫🇷 incontestablement
🇪🇸 indiscutiblemente
🇹🇷 tartışmasız
🇰🇷 명백히
🇸🇦 بلا جدال
🇨🇿 nesporně
🇸🇰 nesporne
🇨🇳 无可争议地
🇸🇮 nesporno
🇮🇸 óumdeilanlega
🇰🇿 даусыз
🇬🇪 საეჭვოდ
🇦🇿 şübhəsiz
🇲🇽 indiscutiblemente