Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

contradictory-beliefs

Noun

/ˌkɒn.trəˈdɪk.tər.i bɪˈliːfs/

Definition

Beliefs that are in opposition to one another and cannot both be true at the same time.

Examples

Despite their contradictory beliefs about politics, they managed to maintain a friendship.
Her contradictory beliefs about health led her to follow vastly different diets.
Students often face contradictory beliefs when discussing abstract philosophical concepts.

Meaning

Contradictory beliefs arise when an individual holds two or more beliefs that conflict with each other, leading to a situation where embracing one belief renders the other(s) false.