accentual

/ækˈsɛntʃuəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of an accent

“The accentual features of the poem highlighted the poet’s regional background.”

2. noun

a word or syllable that has a stressed or prominent pronunciation in a line of verse, especially in accentual verse

“The accentuals in the poem created a sense of rhythm and musicality.”

Synonyms

  • accented
  • emphasized
  • stressed

Antonyms

  • neutral
  • unaccented
  • unstressed