dichotomy
Translation
dichotomy, division, contrast
Examples
There is a dichotomy between theory and practice.
There is a dichotomy between theory and practice.
He saw the world in a simple dichotomy of good and evil.
He saw the world in a simple dichotomy of good and evil.
Grammar Patterns
a ((dichotomy)) between (sth.) and (sth.) a division between two opposite things There's a dichotomy between his public and private life.
Similar Words
Synonyms: division, separation, contrast; Antonyms: unity, harmony.
Etymology
From Greek 'dikho-' (in two) + '-tomia' (cutting). Literally 'a cutting in two'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'di-' meaning two (like dioxide) and 'tomy' meaning to cut (like anatomy).