Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Cretic.
Cretic - as a noun
A verse of this kind.
Cretic - as an adjective
Using or relating to a metrical pattern of poetry where each foot is composed of three syllables, the first and third of which are stressed and the second is unstressed. this pattern is very rare in english poetry.
Example Sentences
"In linguistics, a cretic is a metrical foot consisting of a stressed syllable between two unstressed syllables."
"The word 'poetry' is an example of a cretic with stress on the first syllable."
"The line 'To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.' contains four cretics."
"Greek and Latin poetry often make use of cretics."
"The cretic meter is commonly used in hymns and chants."
Word Game Points
Is CRETIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cretic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CRETIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is CRETIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cretic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCRETIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is CRETIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cretic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCRETIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
