pyrrhic
nounHow many syllables in pyrrhic?
There are 2 syllables in the word pyrrhic.How to pronounce pyrrhic:
Definition of pyrrhic:
- pyrrhic (noun):
- a metrical unit with unstressed-unstressed syllables.
- a metrical foot consisting of two short or unaccented syllables
Synonyms for pyrrhic:
dibrach
metrical foot
metrical unit
Antonyms for pyrrhic:
advantageous
beneficial
constructive
effective
effectual
efficacious
fruitful
gainful
good
helpful
important
invaluable
justifiable
meaningful
meritorious
positive
productive
profitable
purposeful
rewarding
useful
valuable
worth it
worth the effort
worthwhile
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