CATALECTIC
(adj., noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Catalectic.
Catalectic - as an adjective
(verse) metrically incomplete; especially lacking one or more syllables in the final metrical foot
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
hypercatalectic29acatalectic17Catalectic - as a noun
(prosody) a line of verse that lacks a syllable in the last metrical foot
Example Sentences
"The poem had a catalectic ending."
"Her speech was full of catalectic verses."
"The play featured a catalectic meter."
"The poet intentionally used catalectic lines in his writing."
"The catalectic stanzas added a unique rhythm to the song."
Word Game Points
Is CATALECTIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, catalectic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CATALECTIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is CATALECTIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, catalectic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCATALECTIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is CATALECTIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, catalectic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCATALECTIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
