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PARADOX

/ˈpaɹədɒks/

7 letters · 3 syllables · noun

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Definition of PARADOX

noun

An apparently self-contradictory statement, which can only be true if it is false, and vice versa.

""This sentence is false" is a paradox."

noun

A counterintuitive conclusion or outcome.

"It is an interesting paradox that drinking a lot of water can often make you feel thirsty."

noun

A claim that two apparently contradictory ideas are true.

"Not having a fashion is a fashion; that's a paradox."

Synonyms of PARADOX

Words with similar meaning

shocker contradiction juxtaposition reverse psychology enigma koan puzzle quandary riddle

Examples of PARADOX in a Sentence

  • ""This sentence is false" is a paradox."
  • "It is an interesting paradox that drinking a lot of water can often make you feel thirsty."
  • "Not having a fashion is a fashion; that's a paradox."

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
3
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
18
points

Is PARADOX a Scrabble Word?

Yes, PARADOX is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 18 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of PARADOX earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 67 points total.

Letter Values for PARADOX

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter paradox Total
Scrabble 3111218 17
WWF 4111218 18

Words You Can Make With the Letters in PARADOX

46 words from the letters in PARADOX

4-letter words

pada 7/8 UK apod 7/8 USUKWWF dopa 7/8 USUKWWF drap 7/8 UK pard 7/8 USUKWWF prad 7/8 UK dorp 7/8 USUKWWF drop 7/8 USUKWWF prod 7/8 USUKWWF para 6/7 USWWF prao 6/7 USUKWWF proa 6/7 USUKWWF dora 5/5 UK orad 5/5 USUKWWF road 5/5 USUKWWF

3-letter words

pax 12/13 USUKWWF pox 12/13 USUKWWF rax 10/10 USUKWWF dap 6/7 USUKWWF pad 6/7 USUKWWF dop 6/7 UK pod 6/7 USUKWWF poa 5/6 UK par 5/6 USUKWWF rap 5/6 USUKWWF pro 5/6 USUKWWF ado 4/4 USUKWWF oda 4/4 UK ard 4/4 UK rad 4/4 USWWF dor 4/4 USUKWWF rod 4/4 USUKWWF oar 3/3 USUKWWF ora 3/3 USUKWWF

2-letter words

ax 9/9 USUKWWF ox 9/9 USUKWWF pa 4/5 USUKWWF op 4/5 USWWF po 4/5 UK ad 3/3 USUKWWF da 3/3 UK do 3/3 USUKWWF od 3/3 USUKWWF aa 2/2 USWWF ar 2/2 USWWF or 2/2 USUKWWF

How to Use PARADOX in Word Games

PARADOX is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since PARADOX uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 67 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PARADOX to find 46 additional valid words.

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Frequently Asked Questions About PARADOX

What does PARADOX mean?
PARADOX is a noun. An apparently self-contradictory statement, which can only be true if it is false, and vice versa.
Is PARADOX a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PARADOX is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PARADOX worth in Scrabble?
PARADOX is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from PARADOX?
You can make 46 words from the letters in PARADOX. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of PARADOX?
Synonyms of PARADOX include: shocker, contradiction, juxtaposition, reverse psychology, enigma, koan. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.