noncontumaciously
Syllables
non-con-tu-mac-i-ous-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒn.kɒn.tjuːˈmæʃ.əs.li/
Stress
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Morphemes
non- + contumac- + -iously
The word 'noncontumaciously' is divided into seven syllables: non-con-tu-mac-i-ous-ly. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('mac'). It's formed from the prefix 'non-', the root 'contumac-', and the suffix '-iously'. Syllabification follows vowel-centric rules and prioritizes keeping consonant clusters intact.
Definitions
- 1
In a stubborn, obstinate, or defiant manner.
“He behaved noncontumaciously, accepting the decision without protest.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('mac'). The stress pattern is typical for words with multiple suffixes.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, containing a single vowel sound.. con — Open syllable, containing a single vowel sound.. tu — Open syllable, containing a diphthong.. mac — Closed syllable, containing a vowel followed by a consonant cluster.. i — Open syllable, containing a single vowel sound.. ous — Open syllable, containing a schwa vowel.. ly — Open syllable, containing a single vowel sound.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Centric Syllabification
Each vowel sound generally forms a syllable.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters following a vowel are typically kept within the same syllable.
- Potential vowel reduction in 'non' in some accents.
- The '-mac-' sequence could theoretically be divided as '-ma-c-', but this is less common.
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