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- US Pronunciation
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- [man-i-kee-uh n]
- /ˌmæn ɪˈki ən/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [man-i-kee-uh n]
- /ˌmæn ɪˈki ən/
Definitions of manichean word
- noun manichean Also, Manichee [man-i-kee] /ˈmæn ɪˌki/ (Show IPA). an adherent of the dualistic religious system of Manes, a combination of Gnostic Christianity, Buddhism, Zoroastrianism, and various other elements, with a basic doctrine of a conflict between light and dark, matter being regarded as dark and evil. 1
- adjective manichean of or relating to the Manicheans or their doctrines. 1
- noun manichean Alternative form of Manichaean. 0
- adjective manichean Alternative form of Manichaean. 0
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Origin of manichean
First appearance:
before 1300 One of the 15% oldest English words
1300-50; Middle English Maniche (< Late Latin Manichaeus < Late Greek Manichaîos of Manes) + -an
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Parts of speech for Manichean
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manichean popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 73% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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