accentual
|ac-cent-u-al|
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/ækˈsɛn.tʃu.əl/
related to stress or accent
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accentual' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'accentualis,' where 'accentus' meant 'song added to speech.'
Historical Evolution
'accentualis' transformed into the Old French word 'accentuel,' and eventually became the modern English word 'accentual.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to song or tone,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'related to stress or accent in language.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characterized by accent or stress in speech or writing.
The poem's accentual rhythm was evident in its meter.
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Last updated: 2025/04/12 14:21