Definition

A quality of being arranged in a harmonious and elegant way, especially in design or style.

Example

The concinnity of the poem's structure made it a pleasure to read.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed the concinnity in her writing style?

Yeah, it flows so well and everything seems to fit perfectly.

It's impressive how she creates that kind of harmony with her words.

Absolutely! It makes reading her work such a delightful experience.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Concinnity → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "cinnus" (from Latin *concinnus*, meaning skillfully made or elegant). The word refers to the harmonious arrangement or skillful combination of parts in a whole.

Memory Tip

Think of things being put 'together' ('con-') in a 'skillful' way ('cinnus') — that's what concinnity means.

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