Quote by Alexander Pope

Woman's at best a contradiction still.

Woman's at best a contradiction still.

Summary

This quote means that a woman is often viewed as a paradox or a bundle of contradictions. It suggests that women possess qualities and behavior that can be conflicting, making it difficult to define or understand them fully. The quote may represent the complexity and diversity of women, highlighting the challenge of categorizing or generalizing their characteristics.

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