dialectics

di·a·lec·tic

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [dahy-uh-lek-tik]
- /ˌdaɪ əˈlɛk tɪk/
- /ˌdaɪ.əˈlek.tɪk/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [dahy-uh-lek-tik]
- /ˌdaɪ əˈlɛk tɪk/

Definitions of dialectics word

noun dialectics the study of reasoning or of argumentative methodology 3
noun dialectics a particular methodology or system; a logic 3
noun dialectics the application of the Hegelian dialectic or the rationale of dialectical materialism 3
adjective dialectics of, relating to, or of the nature of logical argumentation. 1
abbreviation DIALECTICS dialectal. 1
noun dialectics the art or practice of logical discussion as employed in investigating the truth of a theory or opinion. 1

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Origin of dialectics

First appearance:

before 1350

One of the 20% oldest English words

1350-1400; Middle English (< Anglo-French) < Latin dialectica < Greek dialektikḗ (téchnē) argumentative (art), feminine of dialektikós. See dialect, -ic

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Parts of speech for Dialectics

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dialectics popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 84% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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Synonyms for dialectics

noun dialectics

generalization — the act or process of generalizing.
reasoning — a basis or cause, as for some belief, action, fact, event, etc.: the reason for declaring war.
apriority — the quality or fact of being a priori
reason — a basis or cause, as for some belief, action, fact, event, etc.: the reason for declaring war.
nonsensible — having, using, or showing good sense or sound judgment: a sensible young woman.

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