Asyntactic

/ˌeɪsɪnˈtæktɪk/ adjective

Definition

Not following the rules of syntax; lacking proper grammatical structure or arrangement of words.

Etymology

From Greek 'a-' (without) and 'syntaxis' (arrangement/syntax), this linguistic term describes utterances or texts that violate standard grammatical rules.

Kelly Says

Poets and experimental writers deliberately use asyntactic language to create effects—think of e.e. cummings who broke grammar rules constantly to make readers see language differently.

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