paradox

US /ˈper.ə.dɑːks/
UK /ˈper.ə.dɑːks/
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1.

悖论, 反论

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.
“这句话是假的”是一个经典的悖论
It's a strange paradox that the more you give, the more you have.
这是一个奇怪的悖论,你付出得越多,你拥有的就越多。
2.

矛盾体, 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.
这部电影是幽默与悲剧的结合体
He is a paradox, both brilliant and incredibly naive.
他是一个矛盾体,既聪明又极其天真。