counterintuitive
Definition
- 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.
Adjective
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contrary to what common sense would suggest
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