Manichean

adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative form of Manichaean. alt-of, alternative
  2. 2
    an adherent of Manichaeism wordnet
Adjective
  1. 1
    Alternative form of Manichaean. alt-of, alternative, not-comparable

    "The question is the same if inverted in a Manichean form: how can Voldemort and his wicked forces have such power and yet be unable to destroy a mild-mannered and rather disorganized schoolboy?"

Adjective
  1. 1
    of or relating to Manichaeism wordnet

Synonyms

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manichaeanmanichaeanmanichaeanmanicheemanichee

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"Tom has a Manichean outlook on global politics."

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