Catalectic
Pronunciation: /ˈkætˈæɫɪkˈtɪk/
Catalectic (adjective)
- Describes a line of poetry missing a syllable at the end.
Examples
- The poem ended with a catalectic line, creating suspense.
- A catalectic verse can add a dramatic effect to poetry.
Common collocations: catalectic line, catalectic verse