Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paratactic
Adjective
/ˌpærəˈtæktɪk/
Definition
Relating to parataxis, a form of sentence structure where clauses or phrases are placed side by side without coordinating or subordinating conjunctions.
Examples
- He was tired; she was ready to go.
- They wanted to play outside; it started to rain.
- She loves to run; he prefers to walk.
Meaning
Paratactic construction often connects ideas or phrases directly, allowing them to stand alone without an explicit connection, which can create a more fragmented or dramatic effect.
Synonyms
- Juxtaposed
- Asyndetic
