analepsis

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A form of flashback in which earlier parts of a narrative are related to others that have already been narrated
Recovery of strength after sickness.
A kind of epileptic attack, originating from gastric disorder.

/ˌæn.əˈlɛp.sɪs/

analepsis analepses

From Ancient Greek ἀνάληψις (análēpsis).

flashback

prolepsis flashforward

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