ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-HAR2-0010 · ATLAS 251

Cacosyntheton

An intentionally or conspicuously incorrect syntactic construction.

Explanation

Syntax is experienced as resistance rather than as a smooth connection.

Example

Atlas example in editorial form: An intentionally or conspicuously incorrect syntactic construction.

Counterexample

Neutral phrasing lacking the form described for “Cacosyntheton.”

Distinction

The distinction from anakoluth and solecism is explored in greater depth in the source reference.

Effect on thought and perception

Syntax is experienced as resistance rather than a smooth connection.

Resonance

Syntax is experienced as resistance rather than a smooth connection.

Cite this entry

Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Cacosyntheton“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-HAR2-0010. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-HAR2-0010

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