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Why Dictionary.com chose asyndeton
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- First recorded in 1580–90.
- From the Greek asýndetos, meaning “unlinked, loose.”
EXAMPLES OF ASYNDETON
- The politician’s speech was packed with asyndeton; she delivered each phrase sharply with no pause between her points.
- The speaker used asyndeton to create a dramatic, fast-paced rhythm in his speech.
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Why Dictionary.com chose valorous
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- First recorded in 1470–80.
- From the Medieval Latin valorōsus, meaning “valiant.”
EXAMPLES OF VALOROUS
- The valorous firefighter charged into the burning building to save the family.
- Her valorous actions in combat earned her the highest honor in the military.
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Why Dictionary.com chose vinaceous
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- First recorded in 1680–90.
- From the Latin vīnum, meaning “wine.”
EXAMPLES OF VINACEOUS
- The sunset cast a vinaceous tint across the sky.
- In fall, some of the leaves turned a vinaceous hue.
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