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  • 1. catalexis
  • catalexis in a sentence
  • Quotes about catalexis
Table of Contents
  • 1. catalexis
  • catalexis in a sentence
  • Quotes about catalexis
Synonyms
Antonyms

1. catalexis

noun. the absence of a syllable in the last foot of a line or verse.

Synonyms

  • meter
  • measure
  • cadence
  • metre

Antonyms

  • refresh
  • stand still
  • conformist
  • rested

Sentences with catalexis


1. The first line of the poem contains catalexis, leaving the final syllable unstressed.

2. The third stanza features catalexis in every other line, creating a rhythmic pattern throughout the poem.

Quotes about catalexis


1. "A line of catalexis is like a break in the rhythm of a song."
Taylor Swift, "The Poetics of Songwriting"

2. "The use of catalexis is a common feature in Shakespearean sonnets."
Stephen Fry, "The Ode Less Travelled"

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