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Definition of Polysyndeton
1. Noun. Using several conjunctions in close succession, especially where some might be omitted (as in 'he ran and jumped and laughed for joy').
Generic synonyms: Rhetorical Device
Definition of Polysyndeton
1. n. A figure by which the conjunction is often repeated, as in the sentence, "We have ships and men and money and stores." Opposed to asyndeton.
Definition of Polysyndeton
1. Noun. (rhetoric) The use of many conjunctions to achieve an overwhelming effect in a sentence. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Polysyndeton
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Polysyndeton
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