antinomy
nounfeminineformal/ɐ̃tiˌnuˈmiɐ/médio
an·ti·no·mi·a
Definition
A contradiction between two laws, principles, or concepts that are equally valid or accepted.
The discussion focused on the antinomy between individual freedom and collective security.
The case presents a clear legal antinomy.
Common collocations
logical antinomylegal antinomyresolve an antinomy
Etymology
Do grego 'antinomia', de 'anti-' (contra) + 'nomos' (lei).