paradoxology
The study or contemplation of paradoxesThe study or contemplation of paradoxes.
Meaning
3 senses(uncountable, usually)The study or contemplation of paradoxes.
(uncountable, usually)The embrace of a paradox, especially as it involves matters of faith.
(obsolete, uncountable, usually)The use of paradoxes.
Origin
From paradox + -ology, first use appears c. 1646, in the writings of Thomas Browne.From paradox + -ology, first use appears c. 1646, in the writings of Thomas Browne.
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Forms
plural: paradoxologies| Singular | paradoxology |
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uncountable
Lessons for this word
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