Word meaning
paradox
noun · PAIR-uh-doks
What does paradox mean?
Paradox means a statement or situation that seems contradictory but may be true.
Paradox in a sentence
“It's a paradox that the more choices we have, the harder it is to choose.”
Synonyms for paradox
- contradiction
- puzzle
- anomaly
Where does paradox come from?
From Greek para, "contrary to," and doxa, "opinion."
How to remember paradox
- Say it out loud a few times: PAIR-uh-doks.
- Write one sentence of your own using paradox, about something that happened to you today.
- Quiz yourself tomorrow, in three days, and next week. Spaced reviews are what make new words stick.
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