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Meaning & Definition of Paradoxical in English

English

Paradoxical

Pronunciation:

/ˌpærəˈdɑːksɪkəl/

Part of Speech:

adjective

Meaning and Definition of Paradoxical

1. Primary Definition

Seemingly absurd or self-contradictory.

2. Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: Characterized by a seemingly contradictory yet possibly true statement.

    Example Sentence: His paradoxical behavior left everyone confused.

  • Definition: Involving or exhibiting a paradox.

    Example Sentence: The paradoxical nature of his argument made it difficult to follow.

  • Definition: Surprising or ironic in a way that seems impossible.

    Example Sentence: It was paradoxical that the more he tried to win her affection, the more she pushed him away.

Etymology

Origin: From the Late Latin 'paradoxus', which means contrary to opinion.

Synonyms

contradictory | incongruous | absurd | illogical

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • paradox of choice: A situation where having too many options leads to confusion and dissatisfaction.
  • paradox of thrift: An economic theory stating that when individuals save more, overall economic growth may slow.
  • catch-22: A paradoxical situation from which one cannot escape because of contradictory rules.

Translations

  • Spanish: paradoxal
  • French: paradoxal
  • German: paradox
  • Russian: параadoxальный

Related Words

  • paradox: A statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth.
  • irony: The expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite.
  • conundrum: A confusing and difficult problem or question.

Slang Meanings of paradoxical

  • Meaning: That's a paradox, isn't it?

    Example Sentence: When she said she loves him but doesn't want to be with him, I thought, 'That's a paradox, isn't it?'

  • Meaning: Living in a paradox

    Example Sentence: Many feel they are living in a paradox when trying to balance work and life.