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  • 13-03-2017
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Based on this etymological information, what is the most likely meaning of the word contradict?

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TheDiamondMinecart
TheDiamondMinecart TheDiamondMinecart
  • 13-03-2017
When we break the word apart, "contra" would correlate with contrast, which means against. Now "dict" stems from the word diction which means to speak. So the correct answer would be to speak against something.
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DabFoYoMa
DabFoYoMa DabFoYoMa
  • 13-03-2017
Contracdict - deny the truth of (a statement), especially by asserting the opposite

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