dichotomise

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Verb dichotomise has 1 sense

dichotomize, dichotomise - divide into two opposing groups or kinds
--₁ is one way to classify, class, sort, assort, sort out, separate

Derived form: noun dichotomisation₁
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dichotomise

Part of Speech

Verb

Definition

To divide or classify something into two distinct categories or opposing parts.

Sense 1

To divide or classify into two mutually exclusive groups or parts.

Example sentence: The researcher dichotomised the participants into control and experimental groups for the study.

Sense 2

To separate or distinguish something into two contrasting aspects or characteristics.

Example sentence: The artist dichotomises light and darkness in his paintings to evoke contrasting emotions.

Sense 3

To simplify a complex concept or issue into two opposing or contrasting viewpoints.

Example sentence: The politician often dichotomises economic policies into liberal and conservative approaches.

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