Question

based on the word root, which word means \a statement or idea of an opposing or contrary position\?
autocrat
credo
contradiction
geodesic

Explanation:

• Autocrat: The root "auto -" means self, and "crat" means ruler. An autocrat is a ruler with absolute power, not related to an opposing statement.
• Credo: The root "cred" means believe. A credo is a statement of beliefs, not an opposing one.
• Contradiction: The root "contra -" means against, and "dict" means say. A contradiction is a statement that goes against another.
• Geodesic: The root "geo -" means earth, and "desic" is related to measurement. It is a term in geometry, not related to opposing statements.

Answer:

contradiction