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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tertium

/tɜːrˈtiəm/ noun · British & US
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What does tertium mean?

noun

A third thing or element, especially one that is intermediate or mediating between two extremes. In logic, a tertium is a third proposition or argument that is used to resolve a contradiction between two opposing views.

Example

"The philosopher proposed a tertium as a way to reconcile the opposing views of the two rival factions."

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