dichotomy
nounHow many syllables in dichotomy?
There are 4 syllables in the word dichotomy.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
ok
peace
reconcilement
same
sameness
similarity
tautology
verification
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