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paradoxical

2 antonyms and opposites of paradoxical, grouped by meaning.

Adj — Having qualities that seem to contradict each other; involving a paradox.

Antonyms

self-consistent self-evident

How to use paradoxical

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

paradoxically a paradoxical result

Etymology

From paradox + -ical.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “paradoxical” mean?

The word “paradoxical” means having qualities that seem to contradict each other; involving a paradox. In plain terms, describing something that seems self-contradictory or strange yet may still be true.

How do you pronounce “paradoxical”?

“Paradoxical” is pronounced pa-ruh-DOK-sih-kuhl (/ˌpɛɹəˈdɑːksɪkəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “paradoxical” in a sentence?

Here is “paradoxical” used in a sentence: “It's paradoxical that saving money sometimes requires spending more upfront.”

What is the opposite of “paradoxical”?

The opposite of “paradoxical” — its antonyms — are self-consistent and self-evident.

What part of speech is “paradoxical”?

“Paradoxical” is an adjective.

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