Αναζήτηση
to contradict
01
(of pieces of evidence, facts, statements, etc.) to be opposite or very different in a way that it is impossible for all to be true at the same time
Transitive: to contradict evidence or statements
Example
His account of the incident contradicts the version provided by other witnesses.
The data from the study contradicted the initial hypothesis proposed by the researchers.
The witness 's testimony contradicted the forensic evidence presented in court, leading to doubts about the accuracy of the case.
02
to reject or deny the truth of a statement
Transitive: to contradict sth
Example
The report contradicted the initial findings, showing a completely different outcome.
The spokesperson contradicted the rumors by denying the allegations.
He contradicted her statement about the budget by presenting new figures.
03
to disagree with someone, particularly by asserting the opposite of their statement
Transitive: to contradict a person or their claims
Example
The witness contradicted the defendant 's testimony during the trial.
She contradicted his claim that the project was on schedule.
They contradicted each other during the debate, with no clear agreement.
Παράδειγμα
His account of the incident contradicts the version provided by other witnesses.
The data from the study contradicted the initial hypothesis proposed by the researchers.
The witness's testimony contradicted the forensic evidence presented in court, leading to doubts about the accuracy of the case.
Her actions contradict her professed beliefs about environmental conservation.
Can you please clarify why your statement contradicts the information provided in the report?
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