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    Contraído (en. Contracted)

    /kontraiˈðo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Showing an attitude of rejection or dissatisfaction.
    He was contracted in response to the project proposal.
    Estaba contraído ante la propuesta del proyecto.
    Having a disposition towards opposition.
    His contracted nature makes it hard for him to accept criticism.
    Su carácter contraído le hace difícil aceptar las críticas.
    Referring to someone who is uncomfortable in a situation.
    He felt contracted during the conversation.
    Se sentía contraído en la conversación.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'contradictus', which means 'opposed' or 'denied'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be contracted
    Being in an attitude of opposition or disagreement.
    estar contraído
    contracted spirit
    A discouraged or negative attitude towards something.
    espíritu contraído
    facing a contracted person
    When confronting someone who disagrees.
    frente a un contraído

    Related Words

    contradiction
    The action of opposing something, indicating that it is incorrect.
    contradicción
    contrary
    That which is in opposition to something else.
    contrario
    reluctant
    Showing resistance or opposition.
    reacio

    Slang Meanings

    To be on the defensive.
    He is always contracted during work meetings.
    Siempre está contraído durante las reuniones de trabajo.
    To be grumpy or bitter.
    Don’t talk to him, he is very contracted today.
    No le hables, está muy contraído hoy.