paradox

Meaning

A seemingly contradictory statement or situation that may be true; an apparent inconsistency.

A seemingly absurd or contradictory statement or proposition which when investigated may prove to be well founded or true.

A statement or situation that seems contradictory but may reveal a deeper truth.

Example Sentences

The paradox of freedom is that it requires rules.

The paradox of freedom is that it requires rules.

It is a paradox that computers make our lives easier but also more stressful.

Example Expressions

the paradox of choice

Synonyms

contradiction, irony, inconsistency, puzzle, anomaly

Entry 1

contradiction, irony, inconsistency

Entry 2

contradiction, irony, inconsistency

Entry 3

contradiction, puzzle, irony, anomaly

Antonyms

consistency, harmony, agreement, certainty

Entry 1

consistency, harmony, agreement

Entry 2

consistency, harmony, agreement

Entry 3

certainty, consistency

Collocations

strange paradox, apparent paradox, central paradox, paradox of choice