A contradição
Example: A contradição entre suas palavras e ações é evidente para todos.
Definition
"A contradição" refers to a situation where there is a clear opposition or inconsistency between two or more ideas, statements, or actions, making it impossible for all to be true or valid simultaneously. It highlights a conflict or discrepancy that is evident and noticeable.
Etymology
The word "a contradição" comes from the Latin 'contradictio,' which combines 'contra' meaning 'against' and 'dicere' meaning 'to speak.' Did you know? It originally described someone speaking against another's statement, evolving to mean any form of opposition or inconsistency.
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