aporia

(noun)

In philosophy, a paradox or state of puzzlement; in rhetoric, a useful expression of doubt.

Related Terms

  • Socrates
  • Plato
  • allegory of the cave
  • Aristotle

Examples of aporia in the following topics:

  • Classical Greek Philosophy

    • Many conversations involving Socrates (as recounted by Plato and Xenophon) end without having reached a firm conclusion, a style known as aporia.
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