La paradoja
Example: La paradoja de su argumento confundió a todos los presentes.
Definition
"La paradoja" refers to a statement or situation that contradicts common sense or logic but may reveal a deeper truth. It often challenges expectations by presenting conflicting ideas that coexist, as in the phrase 'La paradoja de su argumento confundió a todos los presentes.'
Etymology
The term "la paradoja" comes from the Greek word 'paradoxon,' meaning 'contrary to expectation.' It combines 'para-' (beyond) and 'doxa' (opinion), highlighting how paradoxes defy usual beliefs or common sense. Did you know? Philosophers have long been fascinated by paradoxes for their puzzling nature.
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"La paradoja" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (C2) - set 1", containing 94 commonly used words.
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