Definition of PARATHESIS

parathesis

Meanings

Plural: paratheses

Noun

  • The placing of two or more nouns in the same case; apposition.
  • A parenthetical notice, usually of matter to be afterward expanded.
  • The matter contained within brackets.
  • A thorough examination of a topic, juxtaposing both thesis and antithesis in order to achieve a final synthesis.
  • An abstract idea that embodies a shared social worldview.

Origin / Etymology

From Ancient Greek παράθεσις (paráthesis, “putting beside”).

Scrabble Score: 15

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Words With Friends Score: 0

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