What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
duarchy
Example
The country's government is a duarchy, with two leaders sharing equal power. [duarchy: noun]
Example
The duarchy system was established to prevent one person from having too much control over the government. [duarchy: adjective]
diarchy
Example
The country's government is a diarchy, with two rulers, but one has more authority than the other. [diarchy: noun]
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The diarchy system was established to balance power between two rulers. [diarchy: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Diarchy is a more commonly used term than duarchy and is more widely recognized in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between duarchy and diarchy?
Both duarchy and diarchy are formal terms and are typically used in academic or political contexts.
