contradict
12 synonyms and 3 antonyms for contradict, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To say something that is the opposite of, or inconsistent with, another statement.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use contradict
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
contradict yourself
contradict a claim
contradict each other
Etymology
From Latin contradictus, past participle of contradicere, literally "to speak against."
Full origin of contradict →Frequently asked questions
What does “contradict” mean?
The word “contradict” means to say something that is the opposite of, or inconsistent with, another statement. In plain terms, to say the opposite of, or clash with, something already said.
How do you pronounce “contradict”?
“Contradict” is pronounced kon-truh-DIHKT (/ˌkɑn.tɹəˈdɪkt/ in IPA).
How do you use “contradict” in a sentence?
Here is “contradict” used in a sentence: “His new testimony contradicted what he had told police earlier.”
What is another word for “contradict”?
Words with a similar meaning to “contradict” include contravene, disconfirm, deny, dispute, question and gainsay.
What part of speech is “contradict”?
“Contradict” is a verb.
Where does the word “contradict” come from?
The word “contradict” comes from Latin. From Latin contradictus, past participle of contradicere, literally "to speak against.".
Is “contradict” a common word?
“Contradict” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “contradict” have?
“Contradict” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to say something that is the opposite of, or inconsistent with, another statement.
