Grade 9

pentameter

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(pen-tam-e-ter) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. a line of verse with five metrical feet.

Example Sentence

He wrote his poetry in pentameter.

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In poetry a pentameter is common.

Synonyms

verse; meter; rhythm

Antonyms

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

pentameter

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

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