contra-
Latinagainst, opposite
Prefix · means "against, opposite"
Same-family forms
Roots often paired with contra-
Associated Words · 12
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