contradiction (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌkɒntrəˈdɪkʃn/
Definition
A situation in which two or more facts, statements, or ideas are opposed to each other, making it impossible for them to be true or right at the same time.
Examples
There's a contradiction between his words and his actions.
The report highlights the inherent contradiction in the company's strategy.
This finding presents a contradiction to previous research in the field.
How to Use contradiction
- contradiction in (prepositional phrase)
- A lack of agreement or consistency within something. — "There is a contradiction in his testimony."
- contradiction between (prepositional phrase)
- A lack of agreement or consistency between two or more things. — "The contradiction between the two studies made it difficult to draw conclusions."
- contradiction of (prepositional phrase)
- The act of stating or implying the opposite of something. — "His latest statement is a clear contradiction of his earlier position."
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