What is another word for Parataxis?
Pronunciation: [pˌaɹətˈaksɪs] (IPA) 
Parataxis is a grammatical term that refers to a style of writing where clauses or phrases are placed side-by-side without conjunctions. Some synonyms for this term include asyndeton, which means the deliberate omission of conjunctions, and juxtaposition, which refers to two or more things being placed close together for contrasting or highlighting purposes. Another synonym is coordination, which is the process of linking clauses or phrases of equal importance in a sentence. However, parataxis differs from coordination because it does not use coordinating conjunctions. Some other synonyms are loose sentence, non-sentential, and simple listing. All of these terms describe different aspects of parataxis, which is a popular writing style used in various literary forms including poetry, essays, and fiction.
