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    Paradoja (en. Paradox)

    /paɾaˈðoxa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A statement or proposition that, despite seeming contradictory, turns out to be true.
    The paradox of Achilles and the tortoise illustrates concepts of infinity.
    La paradoja de Aquiles y la tortuga ilustra conceptos de infinito.
    A situation that presents results opposite to what is expected.
    The UFO paradox refers to the existence of testimonies but the lack of evidence.
    La paradoja del ovni se refiere a la existencia de testimonios pero a la falta de pruebas.
    The use of an expression that contains apparent contradictions.
    Love is a paradox, giving us happiness and pain at the same time.
    El amor es una paradoja, que nos da felicidad y dolor al mismo tiempo.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'paradoxa', which means 'contrary opinion'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    time paradox
    A situation where time seems to move in a non-linear manner.
    paradoja del tiempo
    paradox of choice
    A situation where more options lead to greater dissatisfaction.
    paradoja de la elección
    paradox of tolerance
    Limitations of tolerance in an open society.
    paradoja de la tolerancia

    Related Words

    contradiction
    Disagreement between two or more statements.
    contradicción
    irony
    An expression that means the opposite of what is said.
    ironía
    analysis
    Detailed examination of something.
    análisis

    Slang Meanings

    It is a contradiction of life.
    Life is a paradox; you always have to lose something to gain something else.
    La vida es una paradoja, siempre tienes que perder algo para ganar otra cosa.
    Absurd situations.
    Discussions about politics are sometimes a paradox.
    Las discusiones sobre política a veces son una paradoja.