What does monosyllabic mean?
Monosyllabic means Consisting of one syllable..
Monosyllabic
/ˌmɒnə(ʊ)sɪˈlabɪk/ · adjective
Meaning
Consisting of one syllable..
Definitions by Sense
- Consisting of one syllable.
- Using monosyllables, speaking in monosyllables; curt.
- A word consisting of one syllable.
Example Sentences
monosyllabic word
monosyllabic responses
Hardy is perfect. He’s physical and monosyllabic.
Synonyms for monosyllabic
Antonyms for monosyllabic
Related Words
Word Forms
- monosyllabics
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for monosyllabic?
Common synonyms include syllabic.
What is the opposite of monosyllabic?
Possible antonyms include polysyllabic.
How do you use monosyllabic in a sentence?
monosyllabic word
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