🧩syntax

Meaning

the rules for arranging words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language or code

The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.

Example Sentences

Clear syntax helps readers understand complex ideas quickly.

Programming languages follow strict syntax rules.

Example Expressions

syntax error

Synonyms

grammar, structure, word order, sentence structure, formulation, composition

Entry 1

grammar, structure, word order, sentence structure, formulation

Entry 2

structure, grammar, composition

Antonyms

nonsense, disorder, ill-formedness, chaos, disorganization, unstructured

Entry 1

nonsense, disorder, ill-formedness

Entry 2

chaos, disorganization, unstructured

Collocations

English syntax, programming syntax, syntax rules, syntax tree, incorrect syntax