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.

Synonyms
- Conflicting beliefs
- Inconsistent beliefs
- Contradictory ideas