contradict
verb (used with object)
to assert the contrary or opposite of; deny directly and categorically.
contradicts
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present tense formof contradict (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Dr. Jan Schönig at Göttingen University's Geoscience Center explains: "Finding this change from hot to cold subduction was unexpected as this contradicts our current thermal models of subduction zones."
From Science Daily ● Oct. 22, 2026
What’s absolutely fascinating, and totally on-brand, is how Marsh contradicts, criticizes and updates himself between the various books.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2026
This contradicts Judge Crenshaw’s conclusion, as he found that email communications between McGuire and the DOJ suggested there was some level of coordination between the two.
From Slate ● Aug. 23, 2026
This contradicts recent theories of some analysts that the capacity expansion by the likes of SK Hynix might lead to oversupply and lower prices.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026
Class contradicts their assumptions about the American dream, equal opportunity, and the reasons for their own successes and even failures.
From "Class Matters" by The New York Times
