counterintuitive (/ˌkaʊn.tə.ɪnˈtjuː.ɪ.tɪv/)
adjective · Advanced · Science & Technology
🔊 /ˌkaʊn.tə.ɪnˈtjuː.ɪ.tɪv/
Meaning
Meaning: against what seems obvious
Something counterintuitive goes against what intuition would expect. Speakers love sharing counterintuitive findings that surprise the audience.
Examples
🗣 It seems counterintuitive, but resting boosts learning.
Etymology
From ‘counter-‘ (against) plus ‘intuitive’.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to introduce surprising, expectation-defying ideas.
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Tags: surprise, reasoning