Synonyms for contradictory

Synonyms for (noun) contradictory

Synonyms: contradictory

Definition: two propositions are contradictories if both cannot be true (or both cannot be false) at the same time

Similar words: logical relation

Definition: a relation between propositions


Synonyms for (adj) contradictory

Synonyms: contradictory, mutually exclusive

Definition: unable to be both true at the same time

Similar words: incompatible

Definition: not compatible

Usage: incompatible personalities; incompatible colors


Synonyms: conflicting, contradictory, self-contradictory, at odds

Definition: in disagreement

Usage: the figures are at odds with our findings; contradictory attributes of unjust justice and loving vindictiveness- John Morley

Similar words: inconsistent

Definition: displaying a lack of consistency

Usage: inconsistent statements cannot both be true at the same time; inconsistent with the roadmap


Synonyms: confounding, contradictory

Definition: that confounds or contradicts or confuses

Similar words: unsupportive

Definition: not furnishing support or assistance


Synonyms: contradictory

Definition: of words or propositions so related that both cannot be true and both cannot be false

Usage: `perfect' and `imperfect' are contradictory terms

Similar words: antonymous

Definition: of words: having opposite meanings


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