Dictionary Entry
dialectic
Part of SpeechnounPronunciation/ˌdaɪəˈlɛktɪk/Word FrequencyNot availableCurriculum FrequencyLess common (1)Any formal system of reasoning that arrives at a truth by the exchange of logical arguments.
In a Sentence
“The philosophy class engaged in a dialectic, where students presented opposing viewpoints to reach a deeper understanding of the topic.”
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Origin
From Greek 'dialektike (techne)', meaning 'the art of debate'.
Common Phrases
. dialecticbetween dialecticdialectic hegelian
Synonyms
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