noun
definition
A figure of speech in which two words or phrases with opposing meanings are used together intentionally for effect.
definition
(sometimes proscribed) A contradiction in terms.
Examples of oxymoron in a Sentence
It may sound like a bit of an oxymoron, but there are a lot of obscure video games that were remarkably popular during their day.
A pregnant man seems to be an oxymoron, doesn't it?
The term "fuel efficient SUV" sounds like an oxymoron.
The term married dating would seem to be an oxymoron, but a closer look at today's topsy-turvy culture shows that just isn't so.
Bankruptcy marketing may sounds like an oxymoron.
The phrase 'mature male' seemed like an oxymoron.
Vinyl log cabin siding might sound like an oxymoron at first, but it actually makes a lot of sense.
Affordable Disney family vacations may seem like an oxymoron, as this particular theme park chain is notorious for both its big entertainment value and even bigger price tag.
Remember when "formal maternity dress" was an oxymoron?
They were labeled ' emotionally disturbed adolescents ' which is perhaps an oxymoron, they seemed normal to me.
The idea of fun exercise routines may sound like something of an oxymoron.
The "beauty" of support hose may sound like an oxymoron, but they're not all thick and gaudy as you may fear.
It almost sounds like an oxymoron that there is classical music listening online.
And while "comfortable fashion" seems to be an oxymoron in the footwear world, Charles David shoes strives to make your feet feel good while they look good, too.
It sounds like an oxymoron, but Aries wants you to be sexy,yet innocent.