antistrophic

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Adjective antistrophic has 1 sense

antistrophic - of or relating to an antistrophe

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Antistrophic

Definition:

Adjective - relating to or exhibiting antistrophe; having a rhythmic, melodic, or structural pattern that reverses the order of a previous pattern.

Sense 1:

Antistrophic (adjective) - pertaining to antistrophe in poetry or music, characterized by a reversal or repetition of a previous pattern or theme.

Example sentence: The song's antistrophic melody repeated at the end, creating a sense of balance and completion.

Sense 2:

Antistrophic (adjective) - referring to a reversed pattern or order in any context.

Example sentence: The painting's composition displayed an antistrophic arrangement of shapes and colors, creating a visually striking effect.