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Meaning of contradictory
The primary meaning of the word "contradictory" is describing something that contains or asserts a contradiction, especially something that is opposed to or inconsistent with something else.
Etymology of contradictory
The word "contradictory" comes from the Latin "contradicere", which means to speak against, from "contra" (against) and "dicere" (to speak).
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe statements, ideas, or situations that are opposed to or inconsistent with each other.
Synonyms
inconsistent
conflicting
paradoxical
ambiguous
discordant
incongruous
incompatible
opposed
contrary
opposing
repugnant
clashing
discrepant
divergent
at odds
mutually exclusive
inconsistent
contradictory
inconsonant
irreconcilable
illogical
unreasonable
absurd
preposterous
nonsensical
incongruent
unharmonious
discordant
incoherent.
Definitions
- Giving rise to a contradiction, or asserting a contradiction, especially something that is opposed to or inconsistent with something else.
- Containing or implying a rejection of something earlier stated, or an opposite or inverse relation.
Usage Examples
- The two statements are contradictory, and we need to determine which one is true.
- The politician's words were contradictory to his actions, which raised suspicions among the public.
- The results of the study were contradictory to the initial hypothesis, leading the researchers to reconsider their approach.
Antonyms
consistent
harmonious
congruous
compatible
congruent
coherent
logical
reasonable
sensible
sound
valid
convincing
persuasive
credible
trustworthy
reliable
dependable
uniform
unvarying
steady
stable
firm
fixed
constant.