contradiction
1 synonym and 1 antonym for contradiction, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A statement or idea that is inconsistent with another, or that clashes with itself.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
contradiction in terms
Antonyms
How to use contradiction
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a blatant contradiction
contradiction in terms
logical contradiction
Etymology
From Old French contradiction, from Latin contradictio, from contradicere ("to speak against").
Full origin of contradiction →Frequently asked questions
What does “contradiction” mean?
The word “contradiction” means a statement or idea that is inconsistent with another, or that clashes with itself. In plain terms, a clash between two statements, ideas, or facts that can't both be true.
How do you pronounce “contradiction”?
“Contradiction” is pronounced kont-ruh-DIHK-shuhn (/ˌkɑːntɹəˈdɪkʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “contradiction” in a sentence?
Here is “contradiction” used in a sentence: “There's a clear contradiction between what he said last week and what he's saying now.”
What is the opposite of “contradiction”?
The opposite of “contradiction” — its antonyms — is tautology.
What part of speech is “contradiction”?
“Contradiction” is a noun.
Where does the word “contradiction” come from?
The word “contradiction” comes from Latin. From Old French contradiction, from Latin contradictio, from contradicere ("to speak against").
Is “contradiction” a common word?
“Contradiction” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “contradiction” have?
“Contradiction” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a statement or idea that is inconsistent with another, or that clashes with itself.
