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Contradict

verb
/kɒntɹəˈdɪkt/
Word Frequency: 2.9

Definitions

1.verbTo deny the truth of (a statement or statements).
"His testimony contradicts hers."
2.verbTo deny the truth of the statement(s) made by (a person).
"Everything he says contradicts me."
3.verbTo be contrary to (something).
4.verbTo give an order contrary to (another order or wish), oppose (something).
5.verbTo give an order contrary to one given by (another person), oppose or resist (someone).
6.verbTo speak against; to forbid.

Synonyms

controvertdenydisconfirmdisputegainsayquestionrefuteopposenegatecontravenebeliecontrary

Rhymes With

depictconflictderelictafflictperfectstrictbenedictconstrict
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