Definition

Relating to or forming an ending or conclusion.

Example

The desinent part of the poem gave it a sense of closure.

Conversation

I noticed that the desinent part of the poem really stood out to me.

Yeah, I think those endings can be really powerful.

Exactly! They give the whole piece a nice closure.

For sure, it makes the message linger longer.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Desinent → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "sinere" (meaning to let or allow). The word describes the act of letting something come to an end or cease.

Memory Tip

Think of 'letting something come to an end' — 'de-' means down or away, and 'sinere' means to let.

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