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Meaning of parataxis | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
/paɹəˈtaksɪs/

Definitions

  1. Speech or writing in which clauses or phrases are placed together without being separated by conjunctions, for example "I came; I saw; I conquered".
    uncountable, usually
  2. The juxtaposition of two images or fragments, usually starkly dissimilar, without a clear connection.
    uncountable, usually
  3. A coalition or "partisan camp" in the Ancient Greek political system.
    historical, uncountable, usually

Equivalents

Español parataxis
Français parataxe
Italiano paratassi
Português parataxe
Русский паратаксис

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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