comma (Meaning)
comma (n)
a punctuation mark (,) used to indicate the separation of elements within the grammatical structure of a sentence
anglewing butterfly with a comma-shaped mark on the underside of each hind wing
Synonyms & Antonyms of comma
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- hiatus
- hiccup
- gap
- interim
- intermission
- bumper
- suspension
- discontinuity
- interregnum
- hiccough
- interruption
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comma Sentence Examples
- The sentence lacked a comma between the two clauses, causing confusion.
- In lists, it's important to separate items with commas for clarity.
- She paused, waiting for the comma of silence to settle between them.
- The author meticulously placed each comma in the manuscript to ensure proper punctuation.
- When addressing someone directly in writing, it's customary to use a comma after their name.
- A well-placed comma can change the entire meaning of a sentence.
- The teacher emphasized the importance of using a comma before a coordinating conjunction in compound sentences.
- He carefully inserted a comma to indicate a brief pause in the dialogue.
- Without the proper use of a comma, the sentence could be misconstrued.
- The comma splice in the document needed correction to adhere to grammatical rules.
FAQs About the word comma
a punctuation mark (,) used to indicate the separation of elements within the grammatical structure of a sentence, anglewing butterfly with a comma-shaped mark
lag,parenthesis, caesura, pause, space, time lag, interval, window, interspace, interlude
run, continuity,continuity, run, continuation, continuation,continuum, continuum, stretch, stretch
The sentence lacked a comma between the two clauses, causing confusion.
In lists, it's important to separate items with commas for clarity.
She paused, waiting for the comma of silence to settle between them.
The author meticulously placed each comma in the manuscript to ensure proper punctuation.
