duplexities

/duˈplɛksətiz/
noun
  1. The quality or state of being twofold or double; the condition of having two parts or aspects.
    • The duplexities of the building's design allowed it to serve as both a home and a small office.
    • The duplexities of her role as both teacher and mentor made her schedule very busy.
    • Scientists studied the duplexities of the molecule, noting its two distinct functional groups.
  2. Complexities or contradictions arising from having two opposing or different qualities or ideas at the same time.
    • The novel explores the duplexities of love and hate within a single family.
    • Navigating the duplexities of modern politics requires understanding both sides of every issue.
    • Her speech highlighted the duplexities of freedom and responsibility in a democratic society.
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