meaning of contradiction
1. An assertion of the contrary to what has been said or affirmed; denial of the truth of a statement or assertion; contrary declaration; gainsaying.
2. Direct opposition or repugnancy; inconsistency; incongruity or contrariety; one who, or that which, is inconsistent.
3. the speech act of contradicting someone; "he spoke as if he thought his claims were immune to
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Related Words
contradiction | contradiction in terms | contradictional | contradictions |