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Pronunciation

/kənˈtraɪdɪkʃ(ə)n/

Noun: A statement or fact that is in direct opposition to another, typically one that disproves or contradicts it. For example: “His claim contradicted the evidence provided.”
Verb: To disagree with or oppose (a statement or belief), typically by providing a conflicting one. For example: “She contradicted her partner’s opinion on the matter.”
Adjective: Characterized by or containing a contradiction; conflicting. For example: “The argument was full of contradictory statements.”

“Contradict oneself” means to say or imply something that goes against what one previously said or believed.
“A contradiction in terms” refers to a statement or idea that is inherently self-contradictory and therefore meaningless.
“Contradicting evidence” is proof that goes against another piece of evidence or testimony.

Noun: “Her explanation contradicted the witness’s account of events.”
Verb: “After researching further, he found several scientific papers that contradicted his initial theory.”
Adjective: “The policy appeared contradictory, offering both support and restrictions simultaneously.”