aspiratae

/æspɪˈrɑːtiː/; /æspiˈreɪtiː/ or /æspɪˈreɪtiː/

Definitions

1. plural noun

A superlative form of aspirate, referring to a sound or a letter that is aspirated. It is the plural of the Latin word aspirata.

“The linguist studied the aspiratae in ancient languages, looking for patterns and connections.”

2. adjective

Having the sound of aspiration; characterized by aspiration.

“The aspiratae consonants in the language made it difficult for non-native speakers to pronounce.”

Synonyms

  • aspirated
  • aspirative

Antonyms

  • non-aspirated
  • unaspirated