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paradox in Dutch

paradox in Dutch is paradox, tegenspraak — paradox means a statement or situation that seems to contradict itself yet may still be true.

paradox in Dutch

paradox
noun
An apparently self-contradictory statement, which can only be true if it is false, and vice versa.
paradox
noun
(uncountable, philosophy) A state in which one is logically compelled to contradict oneself.
tegenspraak
noun
(uncountable, philosophy) A state in which one is logically compelled to contradict oneself.

What does "paradox" mean?

  1. noun A statement or situation that seems to contradict itself yet may still be true.
    "The statement "this sentence is false" is a classic paradox."
  2. noun A person or thing that combines seemingly contradictory qualities.
    "He was a paradox: fiercely private yet a famous public performer."
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paradox in a sentence

  • The statement "this sentence is false" is a classic paradox.
  • It's a paradox that the more choices we have, the harder it can be to decide.
  • He was a paradox: fiercely private yet a famous public performer.

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What is "paradox" in Dutch?

"paradox" in Dutch is paradox, tegenspraak. paradox means: A statement or situation that seems to contradict itself yet may still be true.

How do you use "paradox" in a sentence?

Example: "The statement "this sentence is false" is a classic paradox." In Dutch, "paradox" is paradox, tegenspraak.

Are there other ways to say "paradox" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "paradox": paradox, tegenspraak.

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