Counterintuitive
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkaʊntəɹɪnˈtuɪtɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Counterintuitive is an adjective meaning Contrary to intuition or common sense.
Meaning
Contrary to intuition or common sense.
Example Sentences
With the students who worked on drafts in class, a number of aspects of lexicography proved challenging and counterintuitive.
Word Forms
- counter-intuitive
Antonyms for counterintuitive
Common opposites include intuitive.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include absurd, nonsense, illogical, preposterous, unreasonable, nonsensical.
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