dichotomous

American  

[dih-kot-uh-muhs] / dɪˈkɒt ə məs /

adjective

1. divided or dividing into two parts.

2. of or relating to dichotomy.

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Other Word Forms

• dichotomously adverb
• dichotomousness noun
• nondichotomous adjective
• nondichotomously adverb
• undichotomous adjective
• undichotomously adverb

Etymology

Origin of dichotomous

1680–90; < Late Latin dichotomos < Greek dichótomos. See dicho-, -tome, -ous

Example Sentences

Our recommendations support the use of probabilities instead of dichotomous “p-values” and the inclusion of findings from related studies to evaluate safety and effectiveness—an invaluable advancement for rare-disease research.

From The Wall Street Journal

Mycologists use dichotomous keys to identify the species of mushroom based on its physical characteristics including the cap, stem, ring and gills.

From Los Angeles Times

In the paper, the authors argued that stress amplifies dichotomous thinking — essentially a black and white worldview.

From Salon

She calls on us to find an island between the dichotomous “sides” of this conflict.

From Seattle Times

But for those who seek out "relatability" via their housewives viewing habits, enjoy Barlow's dichotomous epicurean tastes or are just immense fans of fast food, it doesn’t get much better than LB.

From Salon