paradoxically
1 of 1adverb/ˌpærəˈdɑksɪkli/
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in a way that seems opposite to what one would expect
- The artist's abstract paintings, paradoxically, conveyed a profound sense of order and chaos simultaneously.
- Paradoxically, the quieter the room became, the louder the ticking of the clock seemed.
- His decision to work fewer hours paradoxically resulted in increased productivity.
- The policy, paradoxically, aimed at reducing traffic congestion led to more road closures and increased delays.
- Paradoxically, her fear of failure became the driving force behind her remarkable success.