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Hyphenation of arresting

How to hyphenate arresting

Because it is a word with a single syllable, arresting is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.

arresting
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
9
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
9
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: arresting

Definitions of arresting

arresting is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To stop the motion of (a person or animal).
  • verb
    To stay, remain.
  • verb
    To stop or slow (a process, course etc.).
  • verb
    To seize (someone) with the authority of the law; to take into legal custody.

    Example: The police have arrested a suspect in the murder inquiry.

  • verb
    To catch the attention of.
  • verb
    To undergo cardiac arrest.

Definition 1 as adjective

  • adjective
    Striking, gripping

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the use of hyphens to join words or parts of words. It plays a crucial role in writing, ensuring clarity and readability.

In compound terms like 'check-in', the hyphen clarifies relationships between words. It also assists in breaking words at line ends, preserving flow and understanding, such as in 'tele-communication'. Hyphenation rules vary; some words lose their hyphens with common usage (e.g., 'email' from 'e-mail'). It's an evolving aspect of language, with guidelines differing across style manuals. Understanding hyphenation improves writing quality, making it an indispensable tool in effective communication.