counterintuitive

Thân thiện

The result was counterintuitive, as the heavier object fell more slowly.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Contrary to what common sense or intuition would suggest: Describes a concept, idea, or result that seems illogical or opposite to what one would naturally expect based on initial feelings or assumptions.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • It seems counterintuitive, but drinking more water can actually help reduce water retention.
  • The most efficient route was counterintuitive; it involved going north first instead of heading directly east.
  • For many, the idea that stress can be beneficial is counterintuitive.

Advanced Usage

• In scientific or technical contexts: Often used to describe findings or theories that defy everyday expectations.
  • The quantum mechanics principle is profoundly counterintuitive to our classical understanding of physics.
• In strategic or business contexts: Refers to actions or decisions that appear wrong but are strategically sound.
  • The CEO's counterintuitive move to invest heavily during the recession paid off handsomely.

Variants and Related Words

• Counterintuitively (adverb): In a manner contrary to intuition.
  • Counterintuitively, the simpler design proved to be more robust.
• Counterintuitiveness (noun): The quality of being counterintuitive.
  • The counterintuitiveness of the solution made it difficult for the team to accept.

Synonyms

• Paradoxical: Seemingly self-contradictory or absurd.
• Unintuitive: Not easily understood or known by intuition.
• Illogical: Lacking sense or clear, sound reasoning.

Antonyms

• Intuitive: Perceived by, based on, or involving intuition; easily understood.
• Obvious: Easily perceived or understood; clear.
• Self-evident: Not needing to be demonstrated or explained; obvious.

Related Phrases and Idioms

• "Go against the grain": To act or think in a way that is contrary to the usual or expected pattern. (While not a direct synonym, it describes a similar concept of defying expectation.)
  • His counterintuitive advice to take a break felt like it went against the grain, but it was exactly what I needed.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. contrary to what common sense would suggest