Definition

A collection or set of five items or elements.

Example

The pentad of senses includes sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.

Conversation

I just learned about a pentad in my literature class today.

Oh really? What does it refer to?

It's basically a group of five elements that work together in a story.

That sounds interesting! I wonder how many stories use a pentad structure.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pentad → It is formed from "penta-" (from Greek "pente", meaning five) and "-ad" (a suffix used in forming nouns). The word "pentad" refers to a group or set of five.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek root "pente" meaning five, which helps you remember that a pentad is a group of five.

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