allosyndetic

/ælˌoʊsɪnˈdɛtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or expressing a comparison or contrast between two or more things.

“The allosyndetic phrase ‘like me and my brother’ highlights the contrast between the two individuals.”

2. noun

A word or phrase that expresses a comparison or contrast between two or more things.

“The allosyndetic in this sentence is ‘just like my mom and I’.”

Synonyms

  • comparative
  • contrastive

Antonyms

  • identical
  • synonymous