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⚡Contradiction

noun
/ˌkɑn.trəˈdɪk.ʃən/
contradict contradictory

Meaning

a combination of statements, ideas, or features which are opposed to one another; inconsistency
a statement or situation that is opposed to another, inconsistency

Example Sentences

There was a clear contradiction between his words and his actions.

Her actions are in clear contradiction to her words.

Synonyms

inconsistency, conflict, opposition, paradox
Entry 1
inconsistency, conflict, opposition, paradox
Entry 2
inconsistency, opposition, conflict, paradox

Antonyms

consistency, agreement, harmony, accord
Entry 1
consistency, agreement, harmony, accord
Entry 2
agreement, harmony, consistency

Collocations

direct contradiction, logical contradiction, contradiction in terms, apparent contradiction, internal contradiction
Entry 1
direct contradiction, logical contradiction, contradiction in terms
Entry 2
direct contradiction, apparent contradiction, internal contradiction

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