ultraabolitionism
Syllables
ul-tra-a-bo-li-tion-ism
Pronunciation
/ˈʌltrə əˌbɒlɪʃənɪzəm/
Stress
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Morphemes
ultra- + abolition + -ism
The word 'ultra-abolitionism' is a noun with seven syllables divided as 'ul-tra-a-bo-li-tion-ism'. It is composed of the prefix 'ultra-', the root 'abolition', and the suffix '-ism'. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable. Syllable division follows standard English rules prioritizing onsets and vowel peaks.
Definitions
- 1
Extreme advocacy for the abolition of something.
“His ultra-abolitionism made him a controversial figure in the 19th century.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('bo' in 'abolition'). The stress pattern is typical for English nouns ending in '-ism'.
Syllables
ul — Open syllable, initial syllable, vowel followed by liquid consonant.. tra — Open syllable, consonant cluster onset, reduced vowel.. a — Open syllable, reduced vowel, functions as a linking syllable.. bo — Open syllable, stressed, vowel followed by voiced stop.. li — Closed syllable, vowel followed by liquid consonant.. tion — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset, schwa vowel.. ism — Closed syllable, vowel followed by nasal consonant and /m/.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters (e.g., 'tr', 'bl') are kept together as onsets.
Vowel Peak Principle
Each syllable contains a vowel sound.
Avoidance of Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable unless they form part of a consonant cluster.
- The pronunciation of 'ultra-' can vary with vowel quality.
- The vowel in 'abolition' may be reduced in rapid speech.
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