Logical Paradoxes

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noun a contradiction between two beliefs or conclusions that are in themselves reasonable; a paradox

  • The concept of antinomy in philosophy refers to a contradiction between two beliefs or conclusions that are both seemingly valid.
  • I was discussing the antinomy of free will versus determinism with my friends the other day.
  • I can't wrap my head around the antinomy of wanting to sleep in and needing to go to work.
  • The antinomy of love and hate is a common theme in literature and art.