English

Pronunciation
�ntĭ'n�m�, /æn�tɪn�mi/, /<tt>{n"tIn@mi</tt>/

Etymology
From the Gk. αν�ί anti "against" + ν�μο� nomos �custom, law�.

Noun
en-noun|antinomies
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1. Contradiction or opposition, especially between two laws or rules.
2. A contradiction between principles or conclusions that seem equally necessary and reasonable.

Usage notes
Do not confuse with antimony.

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Synonyms
contradiction
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Derived terms
antinomian
antinomianism

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