contradict
verb (used with object)
to assert the contrary or opposite of; deny directly and categorically.
contradicted
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past participleof contradict.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof contradict.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
contradictverb (used with object)to assert the contrary or opposite of; deny directly and categorically.
Example Sentences
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The advisers’ positive outlook, however, was somewhat contradicted by their concern regarding specific policy risks.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
That was disputed by Arkady Dvorkovich, who told the BBC in written answers, that "accusations about 'Russian influence' are false and contradicted by how Fide is governed."
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
She danced and sinned and regretted and atoned, and then contradicted herself by doing it all over again.
From Salon ● Jul. 8, 2026
The “Low Beta Anomaly” was first discovered in the 1970s and contradicted a bedrock stock-pricing model.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 3, 2026
“You’re a dear, and nothing else,” answered Meg warmly, and no one contradicted her, for the ‘Mouse’ was the pet of the family.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
