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paragoge Meaning & Definition

/ˌpæɹəˈɡəʊd͡ʒi/

What Does Paragoge Mean?

Paragoge is used as a noun meaning (grammar) The addition of a sound, syllable or letter to the end of a word, either through natural development or as a grammatical function.

Paragoge: Key Facts

Part of speechnoun
Pronunciation/ˌpæɹəˈɡəʊd͡ʒi/
Synonymsecstasis and epithesis
Pluralparagoges

Paragoge Definition (Noun)

  1. (grammar) The addition of a sound, syllable or letter to the end of a word, either through natural development or as a grammatical function.

Synonyms of Paragoge

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Word Forms & Grammar

paragoge (countable and uncountable, plural paragoges)

Origin of Paragoge

From Late Latin paragoge, from Ancient Greek παραγωγή (paragōgḗ, “derivation, addition”).

Frequently Asked Questions About Paragoge

What part of speech is paragoge?

Paragoge is a noun.

What is another word for paragoge?

Words with a similar meaning to paragoge include ecstasis and epithesis. See the full list of paragoge synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of paragoge?

The plural of paragoge is paragoges.

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