Contradictiously

/ˌkɒntrəˈdɪkʃəsli/ adverb

Definition

In a contradictious manner; in a way that involves or shows contradiction or argumentation.

Etymology

From 'contradictious' (adjective) plus the adverbial suffix '-ly' (in the manner of), building on Latin roots.

Kelly Says

When someone speaks 'contradictiously', they're not just disagreeing—they're actively opposing and arguing in a way that seems almost reflexive, like they can't help but take the opposite position.

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