Meaning of the word counterintuitive in English
What does counterintuitive mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
counterintuitive
US /ˌkaʊn.t̬ɚ.ɪnˈtuː.ɪ.t̬ɪv/
UK /ˌkaʊn.tər.ɪnˈtʃuː.ɪ.tɪv/
Adjective
contrary to what common sense or intuition would expect
Example:
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It may seem counterintuitive, but sometimes less is more.
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The results of the study were counterintuitive to the researchers.