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Was bedeutet das Fremdwort paradox?
Das Adjektiv paradox bedeutet „widersprüchlich“ oder „äußerst merkwürdig“. Es beschreibt also Dinge und Sachverhalte, auf die man sich keinen Reim machen kann, da sie entweder zu widersinnig oder zu abwegig sind. Der Ausdruck geht zurück auf das griechische paradoxon (der allgemeinen Meinung widersprechend).
How do you use paradox in a sentence?
A „paradox“ can be similar to an „oxymoron“. Both are nouns but „paradox“ is used to describe the two opposing ideas or activities while an „oxymoron“ is usually a two-word construction in which the words seem to be in conflict with each other, often used humorously or sarcastically.
What is paradox in simple words?
A paradox is a statement that contradicts itself or a situation which seems to defy logic. That’s a simple definition of paradox. Often premises can be proven false which rectifies the contradiction. Sometimes they are just play on words, however, some paradoxes still don’t have universally accepted resolutions.
What is a good example of a paradox?
As a literary device, a paradox is a set of two or more contradictory concepts that, when considered, reveal a hidden meaning or truth. The quote „All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others“ is a good example of paradox. Equality means that everyone is on the same level.
What is a sentence using the word paradox?
A paradox is a sentence in logic that cannot be true but also cannot be false. Many famous problems of this kind exist. One of most famous paradoxes is called the liar’s paradox. It is the simple sentence „This sentence is a lie.“. If the sentence is true, then it is a lie, as it says.