paradoxical
adjectiveSeeming contradictory or contrary to expectation, sometimes while expressing a valid insight.
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perverse
adjectiveDeliberately contrary to what is expected or reasonable; also contrary in an unexpected way.
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adjectiveAbsurd or contrary to reasonable judgment.
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