Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dicotomia

Noun
/ˌdaɪ.kəˈtoʊ.mi.ə/
Definition
Dicotomia refers to a division into two mutually exclusive or contradictory groups or concepts.
Examples
  • The dicotomia between good and evil has been a central theme in literature.
  • In science, the dicotomia of plants helps in classifying species.
  • Her argument presented a clear dicotomia that simplified the complex issue.
Meaning
In various fields, including philosophy and biology, dicotomia highlights the distinction between two opposing categories.
Synonyms
  • Division
  • Dichotomy
  • Contrast