duality
Translation
duality, twofoldness
Examples
The novel explores the duality of human nature.
The novel explores the duality of human nature.
There is a duality to his character.
There is a duality to his character.
Grammar Patterns
the duality of ((sth.)) the state of having two parts The novel explores the duality of human nature.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dichotomy, twofoldness, polarity
Etymology
From Latin 'dualis' (of two), from 'duo' (two). The suffix '-ity' forms a noun indicating a state or quality.
Memory Tips
Think of 'dual', which means 'two'. Duality is the state of being two or having two parts, like the duality of good and evil.