noncircumspectly
Syllables
non-cir-cum-spect-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒnˌsɜːkəmˈspektli/
Stress
00010
Morphemes
non- + circumspect + -ly
The word 'noncircumspectly' is divided into five syllables: non-cir-cum-spect-ly. It consists of the prefix 'non-', the root 'circumspect', and the suffix '-ly'. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('spect'). Syllable division follows standard English rules based on vowel-consonant and consonant-vowel sequences, respecting morphemic boundaries.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner lacking careful consideration or foresight; carelessly.
“He acted noncircumspectly, revealing sensitive information to a stranger.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('spect'). The first, second, third and fifth syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
non — Open, unstressed syllable.. cir — Open, unstressed syllable.. cum — Closed, unstressed syllable.. spect — Closed, stressed syllable.. ly — Open, unstressed syllable.
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