PARATAXIS
/paɹəˈtaksɪs/
9 letters · 4 syllables · noun
Definition of PARATAXIS
(grammar) Speech or writing in which clauses or phrases are placed together without being separated by conjunctions, for example "I came; I saw; I conquered".
The juxtaposition of two images or fragments, usually starkly dissimilar, without a clear connection.
A coalition or "partisan camp" in the Ancient Greek political system.
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Is PARATAXIS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PARATAXIS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PARATAXIS uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PARATAXIS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | a | r | a | t | a | x | i | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 18 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 19 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PARATAXIS
100 words from the letters in PARATAXIS
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How to Use PARATAXIS in Word Games
PARATAXIS is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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