Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
antinomic
adjective
/ˌæn.tɪˈnɪ.mɪk/
Definition
Relating to or denoting a contradiction between two statements or principles.
Examples
- This philosophical theory presents an antinomic argument that challenges our understanding of reality.
- His antinomic views on freedom and control led to heated debates among the scholars.
- The laws of physics can sometimes seem antinomic, where one principle contradicts another.
Meaning
Antinomic implies a conflict or opposition between two ideas or beliefs that are accepted as true.
Synonyms
- Contradictory
- Inconsistent
- Opposite
- Contrasting
