2syllables
preterition
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preterition is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, preterition is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofpreterition
1noun
- A figure of speech in which one pretends to ignore or omit something by actually mentioning it.
Synonyms: apophasis, preterition
1noun
- The act of passing by, disregarding or omitting.
- The failure of a testator to name a legal heir in his will.
- The doctrine that God passes over the non-elect in electing to eternal life those predestinated to salvation.
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