contradictory vs counterbalancing

contradictory

noun
  • Either of a pair of propositions, that cannot both be true or both be false. 

adj
  • That contradicts something, such as an argument. 

  • That is diametrically opposed to something. 

  • That is itself a contradiction. 

  • Mutually exclusive. 

  • Tending to contradict or oppose, contrarious. 

counterbalancing

noun
  • The act by which something is counterbalanced. 

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