Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
parentheses
noun
/pəˈrɛnθəˌsiːz/
Definition
A pair of round brackets used to enclose additional or explanatory information within a sentence.
Examples
- He finally answered (after taking his time) that he would join us later.
- Many fruits (apples, oranges, and bananas) are rich in vitamins.
- She loves classical music (especially Chopin) more than any other genre.
Meaning
Parentheses are often used in writing to add clarification or asides without disrupting the main flow of the text.
Synonyms
- brackets
- round brackets
- enclosures
