Synonyms for pericope
- noun
- American English
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
A section of text forming a coherent thought, suitable for use in a speech.
Forms
- Plural
- pericopes → readings…
Example sentences
- reading Few students are interested in reading this novel.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| pericope | rising | |
| reading | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 7 letters
- reading2
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (reading2 = 2 syllables).