contradict

/ˌkɑntɹəˈdɪkt/

to deny the truth of a statement

contradict in a sentence

“The evidence contradicted his testimony.”

Latin contradicere to speak against from contra- against + dicere to speak

Related Words

gainsay

to deny or contradict a fact or statement

contest

to oppose or challenge

dispute

to argue about; question the validity of

contravene

to conflict with; go against

defy

to openly resist or refuse to obey

flout

to openly disregard a rule or convention