What is a paradox in simple words?

A paradox is a statement or situation that seems to contradict itself but still contains a truth. For example, “Less is more” sounds wrong, yet it means a simple design can be more effective than a busy one.

What is a famous example of a paradox?

In Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar, Caesar says, “Cowards die many times before their deaths.” Cowards only die once in body, but they suffer many small “deaths” of fear and shame during their lives.

What is the difference between a paradox and an oxymoron?

An oxymoron is two opposite words joined in a short phrase, such as “bittersweet.” A paradox is a whole statement or idea that seems impossible, such as “The more you learn, the less you know.”

What does “paradoxically” mean?

“Paradoxically” means “in a way that seems strange or opposite to what you expect.” For example: “Paradoxically, the busiest people often find the most time to read.”

What is the difference between a literary paradox and a logical paradox?

A literary paradox seems contradictory but hides a truth the reader can find. A logical paradox, such as “This statement is false,” creates a real contradiction that cannot be solved by ordinary reasoning.

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A person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior

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Word length: 7
Starts with: B
Ends with: N
Contains: UF
Scrabble score: 15
CEFR level: C1

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A person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior

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