latitudinarianism
Syllables
la-ti-tu-di-na-ri-an-ism
Pronunciation
/ˌlætɪˈtjuːdɪˈnɛəriənɪzəm/
Stress
0 1 0 1 0 0 1 0
Morphemes
la- + tudine- + arianism
The word 'latitudinarianism' is divided into eight syllables: la-ti-tu-di-na-ri-an-ism. It has primary stress on the fourth syllable ('di') and secondary stress on the second syllable ('ti'). The word is of Latin origin and consists of a prefix, root, and two suffixes. Syllable division follows standard English rules based on onset-rime and consonant-vowel boundaries.
Definitions
- 1
The principle or practice of accepting a wide range of beliefs and opinions, especially in religious matters.
“The church was known for its policy of latitudinarianism.”
“His latitudinarianism allowed him to engage in respectful dialogue with people of different faiths.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on the fourth syllable ('di'), secondary stress on the second syllable ('ti').
Syllables
la — Open syllable, initial syllable. ti — Closed syllable. tu — Open syllable, semi-vowel. di — Closed syllable. na — Open syllable. ri — Closed syllable. an — Open syllable. ism — Closed syllable, final syllable
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- The Latinate origin contributes to its unusual syllable structure.
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