anarithmia

/ˌanəˈrɪθmiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A lack of rhythm or meter in speech or poetry.

“The poet’s anarithmia gave the audience a sense of unease.”

2. noun

A lack of rhythm or regularity in the beat of the heart.

“The doctor detected anarithmia in the patient’s electrocardiogram.”

Synonyms

  • arrhythmia
  • dysrhythmia

Antonyms

  • meter
  • rhythm