ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Asyndesis

Definition & Meaning

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Asyndesis is a noun meaning (psychology) A pattern of spoken or written discourse demonstrating inability or diminished capacity to connect ideas.

Meaning

(psychology) A pattern of spoken or written discourse demonstrating inability or diminished capacity to connect ideas.

More Meanings

  1. (grammar, rhetoric) Synonym of asyndeton: lack or omission of conjunctions, especially for rhetorical effect.

Synonyms for asyndesis

Depending on context, synonyms include asyndeton.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include asemia, aphrasia, alogia, asynergy, anarthria, disaffectation.

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