Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
asyndeton
noun
əˈsɪn.dɪ.tɒn
Definition
Asyndeton is a rhetorical device that involves omitting conjunctions between parts of a sentence.
Examples
- “I came, I saw, I conquered.”
- “He was a man of integrity, of honor, of action.”
Meaning
It is often used to create a concise, impactful effect, emphasizing the elements of a list or series without the usual conjunctions.
Synonyms
- omission
- elliptical construction
