Paradoxes

noun a combination of statements, ideas, or features that are opposed to one another

• The scientist discovered a contradiction in the data that needed further investigation.
• I don't understand, there seems to be a contradiction in what you're saying.
• It's a total contradiction, bro. I can't believe it.
• Her actions were a contradiction to her words, showing her true intentions.

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun

• Against all logic, the experiment yielded unexpected results that challenged previous scientific theories.
• Against all logic, she decided to quit her stable job and travel the world.
• Against all logic, he bet all his money on a long shot at the races.
• Against all logic, the underdog team managed to beat the reigning champions in a stunning upset.