Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
parallelism
Noun
/ˌpærəˈlɛlɪzəm/
Definition
The use of components in a sentence that are grammatically the same, or similar in their construction, sound, meaning, or meter.
Examples
- She loves reading, writing, and hiking.
- The teacher emphasized that we should be responsible, respectful, and ready to learn.
Meaning
Parallelism refers to the practice of using similar structures in writing to create a sense of rhythm, clarity, and balance, often enhancing the overall impact of the text.
Synonyms
- Symmetry
- Balance
- Equivalence
- Aligning
