nonterminatively
Syllables
non-ter-mi-na-tive-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌnɑnˈtɜrmɪneɪtɪvli/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
non- + term- + -inatively
Nonterminatively is a seven-syllable adverb with stress on the fourth syllable. It's formed from Latin roots with English suffixes, and its syllabification follows standard English phonological rules.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner that does not reach a conclusion or end; without termination.
“The discussion continued nonterminatively for hours.”
“The project was funded nonterminatively, allowing for ongoing research.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('na'). The stress pattern is typical for words with multiple suffixes.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, initial syllable.. ter — Closed syllable.. mi — Closed syllable.. na — Open syllable, stressed syllable.. tive — Closed syllable.. ly — Closed syllable.
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- Potential for /tər/ simplification in rapid speech.
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