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 December 24, 2008
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 April 01, 2007
by tough brained cookies January 28, 2012
by octopod November 09, 2003
Says: "I'm cutting back on homework."
The contradiction: Gives hours of homework and bitches when you still try to do it, in class, but nonetheless you are still trying to do it.
The contradiction: Gives hours of homework and bitches when you still try to do it, in class, but nonetheless you are still trying to do it.
by AP Class May 04, 2011
A reoccurring happening of two simultaneous events with the premise that both events are polar oppossites to one another, where the result of the matter is physically a stalemate but morally, one side prevails glaringly over the other.
by Oxxy_Montalvy November 13, 2016
noun. an ominpotent ruler or authority figure who denies what he/she believes either through actions or words.
by Tim Kendel October 20, 2006