Meaning of the word aporia in English
What does aporia mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
aporia
US /əˈpɔːr.i.ə/
UK /əˈpɔː.ri.ə/
Noun
an irresolvable internal contradiction or logical disjunction in a text, argument, or theory
Example:
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The philosopher's argument eventually led to an aporia that could not be resolved.
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Deconstructionists often look for the aporia in a literary work to show its inherent instability.