Contradiction Definition & Meaning
contradiction
- noun
- opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas
- (logic) a statement that is necessarily false; "the statement `he is brave and he is not brave' is a contradiction"
- the speech act of contradicting someone; "he spoke as if he thought his claims were immune to contradiction"
"Contradiction" in song lyrics
See how contradiction is used in real songs:
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"stink like N'Sync, I exist as contradiction"
Anti-Pop Consortium — Silver Heat -
"I feel like the world's one big contradiction"
Bossman — Off Da Record -
"End of question, start of answer, contradiction"
Chubb Rock f/ G-Man — The Man
Words that rhyme with contradiction
Usage tips for "contradiction"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "contradiction" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for contradiction to find words that pair well.
Use "contradiction" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does contradiction mean?
- opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas (logic) a statement that is necessarily false; "the statement `he is brave and he is not brave' is a contradiction" the speech act of contradicting someone; "he spoke as if he thought his claims were immune to contradiction"
- What part of speech is contradiction?
- Contradiction is a noun.
- How many definitions does contradiction have?
- Contradiction has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).