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paradox
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How to pronounce paradox:

Definition of paradox:

paradox (noun):
(logic) a statement that contradicts itself.
a person or thing that is made up of contradictory elements
one (such as a person, situation, or action) having seemingly contradictory qualities or phases

Synonyms for paradox:

absurdityconundrumcontradictionenigmariddlemysteryambiguityinconsistencydichotomyoddity
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Antonyms for paradox:

successtruthcorrectioncertaintyagreementstandardunderstandingaccuracysame

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