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dialectics
1
a structured method of reasoning in which truth is reached through the systematic exchange of logical arguments
- The philosopher taught dialectic as a way to uncover inconsistencies in thought.
- Socratic dialectic involves questioning to guide students toward truth.
- Debates in the seminar followed a strict dialectic format.
- He studied the dialectic of opposing theories to refine his argument.
- Dialectic helps clarify ideas through logical discussion.
2
a tension or contradiction between opposing ideas that drives their interaction or development
- The dialectic between freedom and responsibility shapes social policy.
- Marx viewed class struggle as the central dialectic of history.
- The novel explores the dialectic of tradition and innovation.
- Their debate revealed a dialectic between theory and practice.
- Hegel's philosophy emphasizes the dialectic of thesis, antithesis, and synthesis.