contradict

Meanings

• verb

  oppose or deny the truth or validity of (something)

• verb

  act or speak in a way that is contrary to an earlier statement or action

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Synonyms

controvert , deny , disconfirm , dispute , dispute , gainsay , question , refute

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with contradict
admit , commit , obligate , resist , submit

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Variants

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contradict , contradictable , contradicted , contradicter , contradicting , contradictor , contradictors , contradicts , contradict oneself

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Forms

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contradicted, contradicting

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Etymology

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Originally meaning 'deny, oppose', from Latin contradicere 'oppose, contradict', from con- 'together' + contradicere 'oppose'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'contradict' is often used in legal proceedings when one party disputes the truth of another party's statement.

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Related Concepts

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1. oppose: To actively work against or argue against something.

2. disagree: To have a different opinion or viewpoint from someone else.

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Culture

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In literature, 'contradict' is often used to create tension or conflict between characters or ideas. In art, it can be represented through contrasting colors or shapes. In music, contradictory rhythms or melodies can create interesting harmonies.

How to Memorize "contradict"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a debate where two people have opposing views and are contradicting each other.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'contradict' with the idea of opposing or denying something.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic like 'Can't Reach Out And Touch I Can' to remember that 'contradict' means 'oppose' or 'deny'.

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