Definition of Contradiction

1. Noun. Opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas.

Generic synonyms: Oppositeness, Opposition
Specialized synonyms: Dialectic

2. Noun. (logic) a statement that is necessarily false. "The statement `he is brave and he is not brave' is a contradiction"
Exact synonyms: Contradiction In Terms
Category relationships: Logic
Specialized synonyms: Antinomy, Paradox
Generic synonyms: Falsehood, Falsity, Untruth

3. Noun. The speech act of contradicting someone. "He spoke as if he thought his claims were immune to contradiction"
Generic synonyms: Negation
Specialized synonyms: Self-contradiction
Derivative terms: Contradict

Definition of Contradiction

1. n. An assertion of the contrary to what has been said or affirmed; denial of the truth of a statement or assertion; contrary declaration; gainsaying.

Definition of Contradiction

1. [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Contradiction

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contract in
contract killing
contract law
contract offer
contract of adhesion
contract of hazard
contract out
contract services
contract under seal
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contradicting
contradiction (current term)
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contradiction in terms
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contradictoriness
contradictors
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contradicts
contradistinction
contradistinguish
contrafagotto
contrafissura

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