paradox
/ˈpɛrəˌdɑks/
noun
- A statement or situation that seems to contradict itself but may contain a hidden truth.
- It's a paradox that the more we try to save time, the less time we seem to have.
- The classic paradox of 'less is more' means that having fewer things can sometimes make you feel richer.
- The story presents a paradox: the hero must lose everything to find true happiness.
- A person or thing that has contradictory qualities.
- My uncle is a paradox: a shy person who loves performing on stage.
- The city itself is a paradox, blending ancient traditions with futuristic technology.
- She called him a walking paradox because he was both incredibly messy and a perfectionist.
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