Top definition
A contradiction is two propositions used in combination where one makes the other impossible. It is something that is A and non-A at the same time. A contradiction, therefore, cannot exist in reality, since existence exists (whereas a contradiction could not possibly exist). In the cognitive process, reaching a contradiction as a conclusion or evaluation of reality is proof of an error in one's thinking.
A square circle is a contradiction in terms. It cannot even be imagined.
"Anyone who denies the law of non-contradiction should be beaten and burned until he admits that to be beaten is not the same as not to be beaten, and to be burned is not the same as not to be burned." (Avicenna, Medieval Philosopher)
"Anyone who denies the law of non-contradiction should be beaten and burned until he admits that to be beaten is not the same as not to be beaten, and to be burned is not the same as not to be burned." (Avicenna, Medieval Philosopher)
by Ryan Gonet April 07, 2007
2
Contradictions: That chick is so hot, but ugly.
That game was cool, but gay.
I'm the nicest person you'll ever meet, but ask me for money, I'll slaughter you.
That game was cool, but gay.
I'm the nicest person you'll ever meet, but ask me for money, I'll slaughter you.
by Wasabimoto March 27, 2007
3
Iraq will be finished in sixth months tops.
(3 years later)
hey, it could go one 5 , 7, 9, 12 years is a possibility.
(3 years later)
hey, it could go one 5 , 7, 9, 12 years is a possibility.
by Tony Ramone June 29, 2005
4
Do as I say, not as I do because the shit's so deep you can't run away.
I beg to differ. On the contrary, I agree with every word that you say.
Talk is cheap and lies are expensive.
My wallet's fat and so is my head.
Hit and run and then I'll hit you again.
I'm a smart ass but I'm playing dumb.
...
I have no belief
But I believe
I'm a walking contradiction
And I ain't got no right
I beg to differ. On the contrary, I agree with every word that you say.
Talk is cheap and lies are expensive.
My wallet's fat and so is my head.
Hit and run and then I'll hit you again.
I'm a smart ass but I'm playing dumb.
...
I have no belief
But I believe
I'm a walking contradiction
And I ain't got no right
by The St. Jimmy October 31, 2010
6
An argument that can be turned either way; one where you have no more or less higher ground than your opposition.
Note: people with a podium or any method of voicing an opinion believe they have the higher ground.
Gays boycott companies that don't accept gays. This is the companies choice, people. They don't have to agree with you.
or
Gays boycott companies that don't accept gays. This is the persons choice. They don't have to agree with every company.
Note: people with a podium or any method of voicing an opinion believe they have the higher ground.
Gays boycott companies that don't accept gays. This is the companies choice, people. They don't have to agree with you.
or
Gays boycott companies that don't accept gays. This is the persons choice. They don't have to agree with every company.
by might as well be racist March 15, 2009