To contradict
Example: They contradict statements with evidence
Definition
"To contradict" means to assert the opposite of a statement or claim, thereby denying its truth or validity. It often involves presenting evidence or arguments that challenge or oppose another person's assertion or belief in a direct and clear manner.
Etymology
The verb "to contradict" originates from the Latin word 'contradictus,' the past participle of 'contradicere,' which means 'to speak against.' This is formed from 'contra-' meaning 'against' and 'dicere' meaning 'to say.' Did you know that the word captures the essence of 'speaking against' something, reflecting its current meaning perfectly?
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"To contradict" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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