antinomic

[an-tuh-nom-ik]

antinomic Definition

pertaining to or involving antinomy; contradictory or paradoxical.

Using antinomic: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "antinomic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The concept of free will is antinomic to determinism.

  • Example

    The antinomic nature of the problem made it difficult to find a solution.

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    The two theories are antinomic and cannot be reconciled.

antinomic Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with antinomic

  • two propositions that are both apparently true but contradict each other

    Example

    The liar paradox is an example of an antinomic pair.

  • a situation in which two or more principles or values are in conflict with each other

    Example

    The antinomic situation between freedom and security is a common theme in political philosophy.

  • a statement that contradicts itself or is logically impossible

    Example

    The statement 'this sentence is false' is an example of an antinomic statement.

Origins of antinomic

from Greek 'antinomos', meaning 'against the law'

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Summary: antinomic in Brief

'Antinomic' [an-tuh-nom-ik] is an adjective that describes something as contradictory or paradoxical. It is often used in philosophy and logic to describe situations where two or more principles or values are in conflict with each other. Examples include the antinomic nature of the problem that makes it difficult to find a solution, and the antinomic pair of propositions that are both apparently true but contradict each other.