Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chiasm

noun

/ˈkaɪ.æz.əm/

Definition

A structural arrangement in which two parallel lines intersect, forming a crossover pattern.

Examples

The chiasm in the sentence highlighted the contrasting themes effectively.
The visual art demonstrated a chiasm that drew the viewer’s eye across the canvas.

Meaning

Chiasm refers to a specific pattern often found in language structure or biological anatomy, where elements cross over each other in a mirrored fashion.