contradict in Swedish
contradict in Swedish is förneka, motsäga, säga emot — contradict means to say something that is the opposite of, or inconsistent with, another statement.
contradict in Swedish
förneka
To deny the truth or validity of (a statement or statements).
motsäga
To oppose (a person) by denying the truth or pertinence of a given statement.
säga emot
To oppose (a person) by denying the truth or pertinence of a given statement.
What does "contradict" mean?
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verb To say something that is the opposite of, or inconsistent with, another statement.
"His new testimony contradicted what he had told police earlier."
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verb To argue that someone is wrong by directly opposing what they say.
"She rarely dared to contradict her boss in meetings."
contradict in a sentence
- His new testimony contradicted what he had told police earlier.
- The two witnesses contradicted each other on almost every detail.
- She rarely dared to contradict her boss in meetings.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "contradict" in Swedish?
"contradict" in Swedish is förneka, motsäga, säga emot. contradict means: To say something that is the opposite of, or inconsistent with, another statement.
How do you use "contradict" in a sentence?
Example: "His new testimony contradicted what he had told police earlier." In Swedish, "contradict" is förneka, motsäga, säga emot.
Are there other ways to say "contradict" in Swedish?
Yes — Swedish has 3 translations listed for "contradict": förneka, motsäga, säga emot.
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