Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

metabasis

noun

/ˌmɛtəˈbeɪsɪs/

Definition

A transition or change in the subject or topic of discourse.

Examples

In her essay, she skillfully used metabasis to connect her arguments about climate change to the need for policy reforms.
The speaker employed metabasis to clarify the shift from discussing renewable energy to economic implications.

Meaning

In rhetoric or discourse, metabasis refers to a form of transition where the speaker moves from one subject to another, providing a bridge between ideas or segments of a discussion.