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contradictory

The correct spelling is contradictory.

How to pronounce contradictory

/ˌkɑntɹəˈdɪktəɹi/
noun

IPA: /ˌkɑntɹəˈdɪktəɹi/

Say it like: Con-tra-dic-tor-ee

The correct spelling is contradictory. Either of a pair of propositions, that cannot both be true or both be false.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Either of a pair of propositions, that cannot both be true or both be false.

adjective

  1. 1.That contradicts something, such as an argument.
  2. 2.That is itself a contradiction.
  3. 3.That is diametrically opposed to something.
  4. 4.Mutually exclusive.
  5. 5.Tending to contradict or oppose, contrarious.

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