Pronunciation: /sɛlfˌkɒntrəˈdɪktəri/
adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'self-contradictory' describes something that contradicts itself.
A1 The idea of a square circle is self-contradictory.
A2 Her actions were self-contradictory, as she said one thing but did another.
B1 The politician's speech was self-contradictory, as he made promises that contradicted each other.
B2 The theory presented by the scientist was self-contradictory, with conflicting evidence and conclusions.
C1 The author's argument in the essay was self-contradictory, with inconsistencies that undermined the overall thesis.
C2 The CEO's statements during the press conference were self-contradictory, leading to confusion among shareholders and the public.
formal The statement he made was self-contradictory as it contained two conflicting ideas.
informal I don't get how his argument can be self-contradictory like that.
slang Her logic is totally whack, it's self-contradictory and makes no sense.
figurative His actions were self-contradictory, like trying to walk in two opposite directions at the same time.
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