unmetrical

[uhn-me-tri-kuhl]

unmetrical Definition

not having a regular pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables, not metrical.

Using unmetrical: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unmetrical" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The poem is unmetrical, making it difficult to read aloud.

  • Example

    The writer deliberately used unmetrical lines to create a jarring effect.

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Summary: unmetrical in Brief

The term 'unmetrical' [uhn-me-tri-kuhl] refers to something that does not have a regular pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables, making it not metrical. This can make reading aloud difficult and can be used for creative effect in writing.