cataplexis

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Synonyms: catalexis, cataplexies, cataplexy, acatalexis, catalexes

Antonyms: catalexis, cataplexies, cataplexy, acatalexis, catalexes

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|rhetoric}} A [[rhetorical device]] in which a [[threat]] of [[retribution]] (especially of [[divine]] [[punishment]]) is made in response to [[wrongdoing]].

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