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역설적 (adjective)

Seemingly absurd or self-contradictory but potentially expressing a hidden truth or reality. It describes situations where the actual result is the opposite of what was intended or expected.

💬 Example

"기술이 발전할수록 인간이 더 바빠지는 것은 역설적인 현상이다."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'Yeok' (역) as 'Reverse' (like a train station 'Yeok' where things turn around) and 'Seol' (설) as 'Story'. A R...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
모순적 반어적 자기모순적
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using '역설적' for simple opposites. → Use '반대' or '대조적'.

Confusing '역설적' with '모순적' in logic. → Use '모순적' for errors.

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