How many syllables in dichotomy?

There are 4 syllables in the word dichotomy.

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How to pronounce dichotomy:

Definition of dichotomy:

dichotomy (noun):: division into two opposed groups or parts; the process or practice of making such a division; being twofold; a classification into two opposed parts or subclasses.; a division into two especially mutually exclusive or contradictory groups or entities

Synonyms for dichotomy:

categorisation

categorization

classification

contradiction

disjunction

division

duality

enigma

gulf

incongruity

mystery

paradox

polarity

separation

split

Antonyms for dichotomy:

acceptance

accord

agreement

appropriateness

approval

concession

concurrence

consistency

corroboration

harmony

likeness

peace

reconcilement

same

sameness

similarity

tautology

verification

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