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contradicts

The correct spelling is contradicts.

How to pronounce contradicts

verb

Say it like: Con-tra-dic-ts

The correct spelling is contradicts. To deny the truth of (a statement or statements). For example: "His testimony contradicts hers."

Usage Examples

His testimony contradicts hers.

Everything he says contradicts me.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To deny the truth of (a statement or statements).
  2. 2.To deny the truth of the statement(s) made by (a person).
  3. 3.To be contrary to (something).
  4. 4.To give an order contrary to (another order or wish), oppose (something).
  5. 5.To give an order contrary to one given by (another person), oppose or resist (someone).

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