PAROXYTONE Synonyms
There is 1 hypernym of the word paroxytone. (close relations)
Definition of PAROXYTONE
Best Alternative Words for PAROXYTONE
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accented | adverb, adjectiveadv, adj | |||||||
adjective • (used of syllables) bearing the principle stress, usually accompanied by a change in pitch • bearing a stress or accent | ||||||||
stressed | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective • bearing a stress or accent adjective satellite • suffering severe physical strain or distress | ||||||||
tonic | nounn | |||||||
adjective • of or relating to or producing normal tone or tonus in muscles or tissue • employing variations in pitch to distinguish meanings of otherwise similar words • (used of syllables) bearing the principle stress, usually accompanied by a change in pitch noun • lime- or lemon-flavored carbonated water containing quinine • a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring • (music) the first note of a diatonic scale • a medicine that strengthens and invigorates adjective satellite • relating to or being the keynote of a major or minor scale • imparting vitality and energy |