What are phrases that contradict each other?

An oxymoron is a figure of speech containing words that seem to contradict each other. As with other rhetorical devices, oxymorons are used for a variety of purposes.

What is the contradiction of the proverbs saying you’re never too old to learn?

Proverb Opposite to You are never too old to learn in meaning is- You can’t teach an old dog new tricks. Old habits die hard.

What are the sayings in proverbs?

Here they are:

• A bad workman always blames his tools.
• A bird in hand is worth two in the bush.
• Absence makes the heart grow fonder.
• A cat has nine lives.
• A chain is only as strong as its weakest link.
• Actions speak louder than words.
• A drowning man will clutch at a straw.
• Adversity and loss make a man wise.

What’s a word for something that contradicts itself?

An oxymoron is two or more words that contradict themselves (e.g. “poor little rich girl” or “living dead”). A paradox is a phrase that contradicts itself (e.g. “A Cretan says ‘All Cretans are liars'”). A paradox is also used to describe something that seems to be hypocritical.

What is the opposite of a proverb?

What is the opposite of proverb?

absurdity	ambiguity
foolishness	nonsense
paradox

What is the meaning of you are never too old to learn?

Proverb. you’re never too old to learn. It is possible to learn new things, at any age; follow your desires and dreams.

What are the 30 wise sayings in Proverbs?

30 Wise Sayings from Proverbs

• Don’t rob the poor just because you can or oppress the needy in court.
• Don’t befriend angry people or associate with hot-tempered people, or you will learn to become like them and endeager your soul.