contradiction

Definitions

A combination of statements, ideas, or features that are opposed to one another.

A situation in which inconsistent elements are present.

The act of asserting the opposite of a statement made by another.

Examples

His actions were in direct contradiction to the promises he made during the campaign.

There is a clear contradiction between the witness's statement and the physical evidence.

It is a contradiction to claim you value honesty while constantly telling lies.

Synonyms

inconsistency paradox discrepancy conflict opposition clash incongruity

Antonyms

agreement consistency harmony congruity accord conformity correspondence