paradoxical
1 synonym and 2 antonyms for paradoxical, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
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.
Full origin of paradoxical →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.
