paradoxically

[ par-uh-dok-sik-lee ]

adverb

1. in a self-contradictory or seemingly self-contradictory way:

   Paradoxically, the more we know, the more we identify an increasing number of questions to which we as yet have no answers.

Other Words From

• non·par·a·dox·i·cal·ly adverb
• ul·tra·par·a·dox·i·cal·ly adverb
• un·par·a·dox·i·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of paradoxically¹

paradoxical ( def ) + -ly

Example Sentences

"We found that larger bumble bee queens, typically more likely to survive winter and establish successful colonies, were paradoxically more vulnerable to pesticide exposure," Dr. Rondeau explains.

From Science Daily

Here’s the problem, paradoxically: There’s a stigma against sales and marketing in the writing world.

From Salon

Instead, paradoxically, it’s as if these seasoned idols have been churning out copies ever since and are finally getting a little tired of it.

From Los Angeles Times

Depression can strip away the illusions people carry about themselves and others, and when that happens, humor, paradoxically, can run wild.

From Los Angeles Times

Flying into Paris during the Olympics paradoxically made the trip even cheaper.

From Salon