Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chiastic
Adjective
/kaɪˈæstɪk/
Definition
Relating to or denoting a rhetorical or literary figure in which words, sounds, concepts, or syntactic structures are repeated in reverse order.
Examples
1. The author employed a chiastic structure in the poem, creating a beautiful symmetry in the verses.
2. In her speech, she used a chiastic form to emphasize her key points, making them more memorable.
Meaning
Chiastic refers to the arrangement of words or ideas in a pattern where the second half mirrors the first, often enhancing meaning or emphasizing a point.
Synonyms
- Symmetrical
- Mirrored
- Inverse
