English · Arts & Literature
dichotomy
/daɪˈkɒt.ə.mi/
[/daɪˈkɒt.ə.mi/]
division into two
Advancednoun
Definition
A division or contrast between two things that are represented as entirely opposed.
Example
The film challenges the simple dichotomy between heroes and villains that many stories rely on.
The film challenges the simple dichotomy between heroes and villains that many stories rely on.
Etymology
From Greek 'dikhotomia', from 'dikha' (in two) plus 'temnein' (to cut).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in philosophy, literary criticism, and analytical writing.