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contra-

Latin

against, opposite

Prefix · means "against, opposite"

Same-family forms

contro-against, opposite

Roots often paired with contra-

dicsay, speak, declare; point out4 wordsststand, set, place3 wordsvencome, arrive2 words

Associated Words · 12

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control

To exercise influence over; to suggest or dictate the behavior of; Influence or authority over something

contrast

A noticeable difference between things (n.); to show or form a difference (v.)

contradiction

A statement or situation that conflicts with or denies another

contrary

Opposite in nature; the exact opposite; in opposition

contradict

To assert the opposite of; to be inconsistent with

contradictory

Mutually inconsistent or conflicting; involving contradiction

contraband

Illegal or smuggled goods; prohibited from being traded

contravene

To act against or fail to comply with a law or rule

contravention

The act of violating a law, rule, or agreement

contrastive

Relating to or showing contrast, especially in linguistic comparison

contrasted

Placed in opposition to highlight differences

self-contradictory

Containing ideas that contradict each other

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