1. a person who believes that reality consists of two fundamental, independent substances or principles, such as mind and matter, or good and evil
Usage: philosophy; religion
2. a person who practices or advocates dualism in art, music, or performance, often combining two contrasting styles or traditions
Usage: arts

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of dualism or dualists
Usage: philosophy; religion

Examples

• Descartes was a famous dualist who argued that mind and body are two separate substances.
• The dualist perspective holds that good and evil are opposing cosmic forces.
• Her dualist approach to music blended classical and contemporary elements.
• Dualist philosophy has influenced Western thought for centuries.
• Some religions embrace a dualist worldview with opposing spiritual powers.
• The artist's dualist style combined traditional and modern techniques.