How to Pronounce Anticlimactic

To pronounce "anticlimactic", say ANT-icl-im-act-ic — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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ANT-icl-im-act-ic

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💡 Tip for remembering “anticlimactic”

"anticlimactic" has 5 syllables: ant-icl-im-act-ic. It rhymes with tactic and prophylactic, if that helps it stick.

What does anticlimactic mean?

adjective

Lacking climax, disappointing or ironically insignificant following of impressive foreshadowing.

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Words that rhyme with anticlimactic

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tactic prophylactic didactic practic extragalactic climactic chiropractic lactic galactic

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How many syllables are in "anticlimactic"?▾

"Anticlimactic" has 5 syllables: ant · icl · im · act · ic.

What does "anticlimactic" mean?▾

Anticlimactic: Lacking climax, disappointing or ironically insignificant following of impressive foreshadowing.

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