De paradox
Example: De paradox in zijn theorie maakte de discussie erg interessant.
Definition
"De paradox" in philosophy refers to a statement or situation that contradicts itself or defies intuition, often provoking thought and discussion. It challenges established beliefs or logic, making complex ideas more intriguing, as in the example sentence about theory discussion.
Etymology
The word "de paradox" comes from the Greek 'paradoxos,' meaning 'contrary to expectation.' It entered Dutch through Latin and French influences. Did you know? The word reflects how paradoxes surprise by defying what seems logical or normal.
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"De paradox" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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