Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paratactical
Adjective
/ˌpærəˈtæktɪkəl/
Definition
Relating to parataxis, a grammatical construction in which clauses or phrases are placed one after another without coordinating or subordinating connectives.
Examples
- In his paratactical prose, the author listed events without providing transitions, leading to a sense of immediacy.
- The paratactical structure of the poem gave it a unique rhythm, emphasizing each thought independently.
Meaning
Paratactical refers to a style of writing or speaking that employs parataxis, allowing ideas and statements to stand independently without explicit connections, creating a straightforward or abrupt flow.
Synonyms
- Juxtaposed
- Coordinated
- Linear
