Duality

Pronunciation: /duːˈælətiː/

Duality (noun)

  1. A situation where two different things exist together and both are important.
  2. The idea that two opposite qualities can belong to the same person, thing, or system.
  3. A relationship where one concept has a matching concept, and each helps explain the other.

Examples

  • Her duality shows in both kindness and strictness.
  • The duality of the role confused new team members.