What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
dimorphous
Example
The butterfly species is dimorphous, with males having bright colors and females being more dull. [dimorphous: adjective]
Example
The mineral exhibits dimorphous properties, with two distinct crystal structures. [dimorphous: adjective]
dichotomous
Example
The argument presented a dichotomous view of the issue, with no middle ground. [dichotomous: adjective]
Example
The tree has a dichotomous branching pattern, with each branch dividing into two equal parts. [dichotomous: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Dichotomous is a more commonly used word than dimorphous in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between dimorphous and dichotomous?
Both dimorphous and dichotomous are formal words that are mostly used in scientific or technical contexts.
