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di·a·lec·tic
 dialectic
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- pronunciation:
- daI
lek
tihk
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
of or relating to logical analysis and argumentation.
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| definition 2: |
of or relating to dialects.
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| related words: |
controversial |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the art or practice of logical analysis and argument, esp. in revealing and resolving real or apparent contradictions.
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| definition 2: |
the Hegelian theory of change, wherein one force or entity creates its opposite and the conflict between the two produces a new force or entity.
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| definition 3: |
(often pl., but used with a sing. verb) the Marxian adaptation of Hegelian dialectic applied to economic and political history.
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| definition 4: |
(pl., but used with a sing. verb) the theory or process of analyzing and arguing by investigating and resolving contradictions, esp. as used in Marxist theory and practice.
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| related words: |
argument, dialogue |
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| derivation: |
dialectically (adv.) |
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