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  1. stychomythianoun

    A technique of quick-fire dialogue used in Greek, Roman and Shakespearian theatre.It is used often as a rhythmic device

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  1. stychomythia

    Stichomythia (Ancient Greek: στιχομυθία, romanized: stikhomuthía) is a technique in verse drama in which sequences of single alternating lines, or half-lines (hemistichomythia) or two-line speeches (distichomythia) are given to alternating characters. It typically features repetition and antithesis. The term originated in the theatre of Ancient Greece, though many dramatists since have used the technique. Etymologically it derives from the Greek stikhos ("row, line of verse") + muthos ("speech, talk").Stichomythia is particularly well suited to sections of dramatic dialogue where two characters are in violent dispute. The rhythmic intensity of the alternating lines combined with quick, biting ripostes in the dialogue can create a powerful effect.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of stychomythia in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of stychomythia in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

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