epirrheme

/ɛˈpɪrhɪmi/

Definitions

1. noun

A clause or phrase that follows the main clause, especially in a rhetorical or poetic structure, and often serving to provide additional information or emphasis.

“The poet used an epirrheme to emphasize the contrast between light and darkness in the poem.”

Synonyms

  • addendum
  • appendage

Antonyms

  • antithesis