parataxis

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Synonyms: parataxic, parataxes, parapraxis, parabasis, barotaxis, parallaxis, parastasis

Antonyms: parataxic, parataxes, parapraxis, parabasis, barotaxis, parallaxis, parastasis

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|grammar}} Speech or writing in which [[clause]]s or [[phrase]]s are placed together without being separated by [[conjunction]]s.
2. {{lb|en|literature}} The [[juxtaposition]] of two images or fragments, usually [[starkly]] [[dissimilar]], without a clear connection.
3. {{lb|en|historical|politics}} A [[coalition]] or "partisan camp" in the [[w:Ancient Greek|Ancient Greek]] political system.

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