dualistic — relating to or characterized by dualism; having two opposing or contrasting aspects
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to or characterized by dualism; having two opposing or contrasting aspects
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌduəˈlɪstɪk/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's dualistic cooking philosophy: vegetables are punishment, desserts are rewards.
- The film presents a dualistic view of technology as both liberating and enslaving.
- Her dualistic personality made her the perfect lawyer: angel in the courtroom, devil in negotiations.
dualistic
ADJECTIVE[/ˌduəˈlɪstɪk/]
relating to or characterized by dualism; having two opposing or contrasting aspects
Ancient philosophers debate a dualistic view of mind versus body in a marble hall.
Being both realistic and artistic - a dualistic vision!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'dualis' (of two, twofold) combined with the suffix '-istic' (characterized by or relating to). It developed in philosophical contexts to describe the concept of dualism, which distinguishes between two fundamental principles such as mind and body, or spirit and matter.
Breakdown
dual- (from Latin dualis, meaning two or twofold) + -istic (suffix from Greek, meaning characterized by or of the nature of).
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's dualistic cooking philosophy: vegetables are punishment, desserts are rewards.”
“The film presents a dualistic view of technology as both liberating and enslaving.”
“Her dualistic personality made her the perfect lawyer: angel in the courtroom, devil in negotiations.”
“The dualistic nature of social media creates both connection and isolation simultaneously.”
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