adjective Uncommon

contradicted

Contradicted (adjective) means Shown to be inconsistent or disputed. Example: “His account was directly contradicted by the security footage.”

adjective

Shown to be inconsistent or disputed.

"His account was directly contradicted by the security footage."

How to Use Contradicted

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In plain EnglishProven wrong or shown to conflict with something else.

more contradicted comparative, most contradicted superlative

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His account was directly _____ by the security footage.

addicted predicted afflicted conflicted restricted unrestricted

What does “contradicted” mean?

The word “contradicted” means shown to be inconsistent or disputed. In plain terms, proven wrong or shown to conflict with something else.

How do you use “contradicted” in a sentence?

Here is “contradicted” used in a sentence: “His account was directly contradicted by the security footage.”

What part of speech is “contradicted”?

“Contradicted” is an adjective.

Is “contradicted” a common word?

“Contradicted” is an uncommon word in modern English.