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catastasis
[ kuh-tas-tuh-sis ]
noun
, plural ca·tas·ta·ses [k, uh, -, tas, -t, uh, -seez].
- the part of a drama, preceding the catastrophe, in which the action is at its height; the climax of a play. Compare catastrophe ( def 4 ), epitasis, protasis.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of catastasis1
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Example Sentences
Consider therefore this pitiable Twentieth of June as a futility; no catastrophe, rather a catastasis, or heightening.
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