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catachrestic

The word “catachrestic” has 4 syllables: cat-a-chres-tic

It's pronounced as /ˌkætəˈkrɛstɪk/

What is synonym and antonym for catachrestic?

In the thesaurus, “catachrestic” has 28 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for catachrestic along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for catachrestic

Antonyms for catachrestic

Meanings of catachrestic

  • adjective
    1. Relating to or involving catachresis, especially the strained, improper, or unconventional use of a word or metaphor.

Example Sentences

  • The poet’s catachrestic imagery startled the audience.
  • Critics debated whether the catachrestic phrase was intentional or accidental.
  • A catachrestic metaphor can feel jarring but memorable.
  • His writing style favors bold, catachrestic expressions.
  • The novel opens with a deliberately catachrestic description.

On this page you'll find 38 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to catachrestic, such as: Aesopian, able, allegorical, benighted, educated, emblematic, euphemistic.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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