paradox
/ˈpɛɹəˌdɑks/
a seemingly absurd statement that may actually be true
paradox in a sentence
“The paradox of choice suggests more options can lead to less satisfaction.”
Origin of paradox
Greek paradoxon contrary to expectation from para- contrary to + doxa opinion
Related Words
dichotomy
a division into two mutually exclusive or contradictory groups
antithesis
a person or thing that is the direct opposite of something
synthesis
the combination of ideas to form a coherent whole
teleology
the explanation of phenomena by the purpose they serve
determinism
the doctrine that all events are determined by prior causes
solipsism
the view that only one's own mind is sure to exist