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proleptical

/proh-lep-tik/US // proʊˈlɛp tɪk //

旷日持久的,旷日持久,旷世之作,旷课

Definitions

adj.形容词 adjective
  1. 1
    • : retroactively calculated using a later calendar than the one used at the time:To make comparisons more simple, all dates are shown using the proleptic Gregorian calendar—that is, the modern Western calendar extrapolated into the past.
    • : involving or characterized by prolepsis, the anticipatory use of arguments, adjectives, etc.: The proleptic idiom “to be dead meat” uses a present-tense description to suggest one’s future doom.
    • : anticipatory; foreshadowing: The proleptic detail of the borrowed scythe clearly reveals that the character’s life on stage will be of short duration.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Examples

  • "Hopeless is here used in a proleptic or anticipatory way" (Hales).

  • The italics are ours, but the proleptic idea is a happy invention of the author himself.

  • The adjective is redundant and "proleptic," as the bird must be "enthralled" before it can be called "captive."

  • Proleptic: 'The flame-tips would become bright and furnish a good omen for your prayer'.

  • Is Mr. Rossetti acquainted with the proleptic use of adjectives and participles?