adverb
- In a manner that involves or is based on dualism; by treating something as composed of two distinct, often opposing principles or substances.
Usage: philosophy; formal
Examples
- The philosopher argued dualistically that mind and body are fundamentally separate entities.
- Early religious traditions often viewed the world dualistically, as a struggle between good and evil.
- He approached the problem dualistically, dividing it into two opposing categories.
- The text dualistically presents nature and culture as opposing forces.
- Some interpret quantum mechanics dualistically, seeing particles and waves as distinct aspects.