antiestablishment
Syllables
an-ti-es-tab-lish-ment
Pronunciation
/ˌæntiɪˈstæblɪʃmənt/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
anti- + establish + -ment
The word 'antiestablishment' is divided into six syllables: an-ti-es-tab-lish-ment. It consists of the prefix 'anti-', the root 'establish', and the suffix '-ment'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('tab'). Syllable division follows the Vowel-C and Vowel-C Cluster rules, prioritizing vowel sounds and maximizing onsets.
Definitions
- 1
Opposed to the existing social or political system; rejecting conventional norms.
“He was known for his antiestablishment views.”
- 1
The movement or ideology opposing the established order.
“The antiestablishment movement gained momentum.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('tab'). The stress pattern is relatively even, with a slight emphasis on the penultimate syllable.
Syllables
an — Open syllable, vowel followed by a consonant.. ti — Closed syllable, vowel followed by a consonant cluster.. es — Open syllable, vowel followed by a consonant.. tab — Closed syllable, vowel followed by a consonant cluster.. lish — Closed syllable, vowel followed by a consonant cluster.. ment — Closed syllable, vowel followed by a consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Vowel-C Rule
A syllable typically ends with a vowel sound. If a vowel is followed by a consonant, the syllable ends before the consonant.
Vowel-C Cluster Rule
When a vowel is followed by a consonant cluster, the syllable ends before the cluster, attempting to maximize onsets.
- The compound nature of the word requires careful application of syllable division rules.
- The presence of multiple consonant clusters necessitates consideration of maximizing onsets.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist, but do not alter the core syllable structure.
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