duality
noun/duˈæləti/
Frequency rank: #11,367 most common English word
Meaning
The quality of having two opposite or contrasting aspects or natures.
Example sentence
The philosopher explored the duality of human nature, arguing that people are capable of both great kindness and terrible cruelty.
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