Contradictedness

/ˌkɒntrəˈdɪktɪdnəs/ noun

Definition

The state or quality of being contradicted, conflicted, or inconsistent with itself.

Etymology

From 'contradicted' (past participle of 'contradict') plus '-ness' (a noun suffix creating abstract quality). Built on Latin 'contradicere' (to speak against).

Kelly Says

A character with real 'contradictedness' is interesting—they might be brave but also cautious, kind but cynical—this inner conflict is what makes people feel psychologically real instead of one-dimensional.

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