Polisíndeton
Definition
Polisíndeton is a literary device where conjunctions (such as "and," "or," or "but") are used repeatedly in quick succession, often with no commas. It creates a sense of urgency and adds emphasis to the connected ideas.
Related terms
Asíndeton: This term refers to the opposite of polisíndeton, where conjunctions are intentionally omitted for brevity and impact.
Hipérbaton: Hipérbaton is when the normal order of words in a sentence is rearranged for poetic or dramatic effect.
Anáfora: Anáfora is the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences for emphasis.
"Polisíndeton" appears in:
Study guides (3)
AP Spanish Literature - 2.2 Visión de los vencidos: “Los presagios, según los informantes de Sahagún” – Miguel León-Portilla
AP Spanish Literature - 2.4 Visión de los vencidos: "Se ha perdido el pueblo mexica" – Miguel León-Portilla
AP Spanish Literature - 6.4 "Walking around" – Pablo Neruda
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