Definition of CATASTASIS

catastasis

Meanings

Plural: catastases

Noun

  • In classical drama, the second and penultimate section, in which action is heightened for the catastrophe.
  • The part of a speech that states the subject to be discussed.

Origin / Etymology

From Ancient Greek κατάστασις (katástasis, “settling, appointment”).

Scrabble Score: 12

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Words With Friends Score: 0

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