Correption
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Correption is a noun meaning (poetry) A shortening in pronunciation.
Meaning
(poetry) A shortening in pronunciation.
More Meanings
- (obsolete) A chiding, scolding; telling off.
Example Sentences
That I use all mildness or mansuetude in admonishing; the angry passionate correption being rather apt to provoke, than to amend.
Word Forms
- correptions
Synonyms for correption
Depending on context, synonyms include berating, objurgation, rixation, browbeating, chiding, chockling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include corr, backslang, apocopation, catch, regurg, lallation.
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