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Polysyndeton.
Polysyndeton - as a noun
Using several conjunctions in close succession, especially where some might be omitted (as in `he ran and jumped and laughed for joy')
Example Sentences
"The author employed polysyndeton to create a sense of urgency in the passage."
"The repeated use of conjunctions in polysyndeton can emphasize the length or complexity of a list."
"The speech was filled with polysyndeton, giving it a repetitive and rhythmic quality."
"The excessive use of polysyndeton sometimes leads to run-on sentences."
"The writer purposefully used polysyndeton to slow down the pacing of the narrative."
Word Game Points
Is POLYSYNDETON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, polysyndeton is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
POLYSYNDETON has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is POLYSYNDETON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, polysyndeton is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPOLYSYNDETON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is POLYSYNDETON a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, polysyndeton is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPOLYSYNDETON has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.
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