Paradoxal
Example: És paradoxal que l'aigua sigui més densa que el gel.
Definition
"Paradoxal" describes something that seems self-contradictory or absurd but may reveal an underlying truth, such as situations or statements that defy common expectations or logic.
Etymology
The word "paradoxal" comes from the Latin 'paradoxus,' which itself derives from the Greek 'paradoxos,' meaning 'contrary to expectation.' Did you know? The root reflects how paradoxes often surprise by opposing what is commonly accepted.
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"Paradoxal" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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