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    Contradictoires (en. Contradictory)

    /kɔ̃tʁadik twaʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That opposes or disagrees with something.
    The results of the survey are contradictory.
    Les résultats de l'enquête sont contradictoires.
    That gives rise to different and opposite interpretations.
    Opinions on this subject are often contradictory.
    Les avis sur ce sujet sont souvent contradictoires.
    The state of two elements that cannot both be true at the same time.
    His promises were contradictory to his actions.
    Ses promesses étaient contradictoires avec ses actions.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'contradictorius', derived from 'contra' (against) and 'dicere' (to say).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in disagreement
    Having opposing opinions.
    être en désaccord
    that said
    Used to introduce a contradiction or a nuance.
    cela dit
    double-edged
    A situation or argument that has contradictory effects.
    à double tranchant

    Related Words

    contradiction
    The act of contradicting, asserting the opposite.
    contradiction
    dissonance
    Absence of harmony, especially in ideas or sounds.
    dissonance
    incoherence
    Quality of what is incoherent or illogical.
    incohérence

    Slang Meanings

    Paradox
    The situation is a real paradox.
    La situation est un véritable paradoxe.
    Rumors
    The rumors are often contradictory.
    Les bruits de couloir sont souvent contradictoires.