contradict-contradecir: meaning, definitions and translations

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What is contradict? contradict is contradecir

What is contradecir?

  • To assert to be untrue, often by saying the opposite:"The study contradicts the notion that merely keeping busy keeps people healthy"(Richard A. Knox). See Synonyms at deny.

    Afirmar ser falso, a menudo diciendo lo contrario:"El estudio contradice la noción de que simplemente mantenerse ocupado mantiene a las personas sanas" (Richard A. Knox). Vea Sinónimos en deny.

  • To assert the opposite of a statement or idea put forward by (someone).

    Afirmar lo contrario de una declaración o idea presentada por (alguien).

  • To be contrary to; be inconsistent with:"[Her] almost giddy warmth in conversation appears to contradict her image as a confrontational, politically outspoken performer"(Elysa Gardner).

    Ser contrario a; ser inconsistente con:"[Su] calidez casi vertiginosa en la conversación parece contradecir su imagen como una intérprete confrontativa y políticamente abierta" (Elysa Gardner).

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