Meaning ofcontradictin English

Verb

1. deny a statement's truth; challenge validity
   The witness's testimony began to contradict the defendant's alibi.

   The expert's opinion will contradict the initial findings.
2. be contrary to something; oppose
   Her words contradict the values she claims to uphold.

   Her words contradict the values she claims to uphold.
3. say conflicting things; be inconsistent
   The witness's testimony began to contradict itself.

   The two experts contradict each other on the issue of climate change.
4. refute or dispute a claim; challenge accuracy
   The new evidence will contradict the defendant's alibi.

   The new evidence contradicts the initial conclusion of the investigation.