Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
contradictory
Adjective
/ˌkɒntrəˈdɪktəri/
Definition
Expressing or implying a contradiction; inconsistent or opposing in nature.
Examples
- The two reports provided contradictory evidence about the incident.
- Her contradictory remarks confused everyone in the meeting.
- He was in a contradictory situation, loving both options but unable to choose one.
Meaning
When two ideas, statements, or situations contradict each other, they cannot both be true at the same time.
Synonyms
- inconsistent
- conflicting
- opposite
- incompatible
- antithetical
