Le paradoxe
Example: Le paradoxe de cette théorie remet en question nos certitudes.
Definition
"Le paradoxe" refers to a statement or situation that contradicts itself or defies intuition, often revealing a hidden truth or problem. It challenges accepted beliefs, as in the phrase, 'Le paradoxe de cette théorie remet en question nos certitudes.'
Etymology
The word "le paradoxe" comes from the Greek 'paradoxon,' meaning 'contrary to expectation.' It combines 'para-' (beyond) and 'doxa' (opinion), reflecting how paradoxes go beyond common beliefs to present unexpected contradictions.
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"Le paradoxe" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C2) - set 1", containing 95 commonly used words.
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