现代露营装备变得一年比一年更讲究，这对那些厌世嫉俗者来说是一件有趣的自相矛盾的事情。 That the equipment of modern camping becomes yearly more sophisticated is an entertaining paradox for the cynic
我不能理解他那互相矛盾的思想体系。 I cannot understand his conflicting philosophy.
这样的行为与她情操高尚的原则是矛盾的。 Such behavior is inconsistent with her high-minded principles.
如此富足的国家竟有如此多的穷人，这是个矛盾的现实。 It is a paradox that such a rich country should have so many poor people living in it.
