contradict
verb C1
Plain meaning
say the opposite of something or show it is wrong
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss say the opposite of something or show it is wrong in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe team tried to contradict evidence before the deadline.
examThe passage suggests that institutions may need to contradict evidence in order to improve long-term outcomes.
Common collocations
contradict evidencecontradict a claimcontradict yourself
Watch out
Do not pair it with a random object. Learn the full pattern, e.g., “contradict evidence”. Also avoid confusing it with “oppose”.