contradict
Translation
to contradict, to deny, to oppose
Examples
His actions completely contradict his words.
His actions completely contradict his words.
Please don't contradict me in front of everyone.
Please don't contradict me in front of everyone.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to be so different from (sth.) else that one of them must be wrong. His actions completely contradict his words.
((sb.)) to say that what (sb.) has said is wrong. Please don't contradict me in front of everyone.
Similar Words
Synonyms: deny, oppose, challenge; Antonyms: agree, confirm, support
Etymology
From Latin 'contra-' (against) + 'dicere' (to say). It literally means 'to say against'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'contra-' means 'against' and 'dict' relates to speaking (like in dictionary). So, to 'speak against' someone or something.