subcontrary

sʌbˈkɑntrɛri
subcontraries
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Translation of subcontrary into German,

Noun

logic

Dated
proposition in logic where both can be true but not both false
Dated
subkonträr
  • In traditional logic, 'Some S are P' and 'Some S are not P' are subcontraries..In der traditionellen Logik sind 'Einige S sind P' und 'Einige S sind nicht P' subkonträr

Adjective

1.

logic

Dated
denoting opposition between particular propositions in logic
Dated
subkonträr gegensätzlich
  • The subcontrary propositions can both be true.Die subkonträren Aussagen können beide wahr sein.
2.

mathematics

Dated
contrary in a lesser degree in geometry
Dated
subkonträr
  • The subcontrary section of the cone was circular.Der subkonträre Abschnitt des Kegels war kreisförmig.
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Synonyms and analogies of subcontrary in English

adj.contraryoppositeMore synonyms

Examples of subcontrary in a sentence

  • The concept of subcontrary propositions is fundamental in logic.
  • Subcontrary statements can coexist without contradiction.
  • In logic, subcontrary pairs are not mutually exclusive.
  • The subcontrary angles were discussed in the geometry class.
  • Subcontrary lines can be confusing for beginners.
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