Disyllabized

/dɪˈsɪləbaɪzd/ adjective

Definition

Having been converted to or pronounced as a two-syllable word.

Etymology

Past participle of disyllabize, formed with the -ed suffix to indicate completion of the action.

Kelly Says

Some words are becoming 'disyllabized' in modern casual speech—'interesting' becomes 'int'rsting' with two syllables instead of three. Language is always changing through pronunciation shortcuts.

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