paradoxus.
contrary to expectation
Meaning & usage
contrary to expectation
paradoxical
marvellous, strange
uncharacteristic (as a taxonomic epithet)
Where this word comes from
Borrowed from Ancient Greek παράδοξος (parádoxos, “contrary to expectation”).
Someone who, contrary to expectation, has won in both the lucta (a wrestling match) and in the pancratium (a gymnastic contest which included both boxing and wrestling) on the same day.
Where this word comes from
Borrowed from Ancient Greek παράδοξος (parádoxos, “contrary to expectation”).
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