contradictory

English

/ˌkɒntɹəˈdɪkt(ə)ɹi/, /ˌkɑntɹəˈdɪktəɹi/

adj
Definitions
  • That contradicts something, such as an argument.
  • That is itself a contradiction.
  • That is diametrically opposed to something.
  • Mutually exclusive.
  • Tending to contradict or oppose, contrarious.

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin contradictorius, contradico.

Origin

Latin

contradico

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