Adoxy

/əˈdɒksi/ noun

A rare term meaning a paradox or a statement contrary to common belief or opinion; almost never used in modern English.

From Greek 'a-' (without) + 'doxa' (opinion, glory). Formed as a variant or shortening of 'paradox' combined with 'orthodox.'

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