Synonyms of contradictions

contradictions

noun

plural of contradiction

1

as in paradoxes

someone or something with qualities or features that seem to conflict with one another

a loving father as well as a ruthless killer, the gangster is a living contradiction

Synonyms & Similar Words

• paradoxes
• incongruities
• dichotomies
• enigmas
• mysteries
• riddles
• antinomies
• puzzles
• conundrums
• mystifications
• puzzlements

2

as in denials

a refusal to confirm the truth of a statement

the actress's contradiction of the marriage rumor caused quite a stir

Synonyms & Similar Words

• denials
• rejections
• disavowals
• negations
• repudiations
• disclaimers
• disallowances
• refutations
• denegations
• rebuttals
• disconfirmations
• disproofs
• negatives

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• admissions
• confirmations
• acknowledgments
• confessions
• concessions
• avowals
• declarations
• assertions
• affirmations
• testimonies
• testaments
• attestations
• validations
• corroborations
• documentations
• substantiations

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of contradictions

That dichotomy surely reflected, consciously or not on Schubert’s part, the circumstances of his life and contradictions of his character. — Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2026

As coordination complexities rise, conflicting priorities and hidden contradictions become harder to detect and fix. — Vic Chynoweth, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026

Such contradictions, that cats can be both domesticated and yet somewhat feral, is part of their appeal, says comedian Drennon Davis, whose four cats have found internet fame via his short-form videos. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026

The documents cite evidence that then-Mayor Rudolph Giuliani and other city officials repeatedly reassured residents and first responders that the air was safe, despite contradictions from their own internal data. — Gloria Pazmino, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2026

Her Sandra is a study in contradictions — imposing and fragile, brilliant and naive, independent and isolated. — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026

Pete’s always seemed like such an interesting character, so full of contradictions. — Chris Willman, Variety, 8 Sep. 2026

Benjamin Moser reflects on the rich contradictions and maximalist spirit of Belgium’s capital. — Benjamin Moser, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2026

The secret heart of the story is this man’s attempt to endure these contradictions or the inner noise of such a life. — Cressida Leyshon, New Yorker, 6 Sep. 2026