baroxyton

/bærɒksɪtɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A word or phrase pronounced with a rising intonation, often at the end of a sentence.

“The comedian ended with a clever baroxyton, leaving the audience in stitches.”

Synonyms

  • rising intonation
  • upward inflection

Antonyms

  • falling intonation
  • flat tone