paradox
US /ˈper.ə.dɑːks/
UK /ˈper.ə.dɑːks/
1.
悖論, 反論
a seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement or proposition that when investigated or explained may prove to be well founded or true
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The statement "This statement is false" is a classic paradox.
「這句話是假的」是一個經典的悖論。
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It's a strange paradox that the more you give, the more you have.
這是一個奇怪的悖論，你付出得越多，你擁有的就越多。
2.
矛盾體, 自相矛盾的事物
a situation, person, or thing that combines contradictory features or qualities
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The film is a paradox of humor and tragedy.
這部電影是幽默與悲劇的結合體。
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He is a paradox, both brilliant and incredibly naive.
他是一個矛盾體，既聰明又極其天真。