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paradox Synonyms

Another word for paradox

Choosing another word for paradox depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement or proposition that, when investigated or explained, may prove to be well founded or true.

Usage Example

"It is a well-known contradiction that standing is often more tiring than walking."

Strongest
contradiction
Strong
incongruity
anomaly
absurdity

• noun (Context 2)

A situation, person, or thing that combines contradictory features or qualities.

Usage Example

"The actor was a fascinating enigma, craving the spotlight while fiercely guarding his private life."

Strong
enigma
puzzle
mystery
conundrum
riddle
catch-22

• noun (Context 3)

In formal logic, an argument that starts from seemingly true premises and uses valid reasoning to reach a self-contradictory or logically unacceptable conclusion.

Usage Example

"The philosophy professor dedicated an entire lecture to analyzing the liar antinomy."

Strongest
antinomy
Strong
aporia
Weak
sophism

Opposites of paradox

The opposite of paradox shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

tautology
truism
axiom
consistency
theorem
platitude
harmony
See all opposites of paradox

• Nearby Words

paradise
paradise fish
paradisical
paradox
paradoxical
paradoxically
paradrop

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Paradox. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/paradox
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