verb
R
To shorten a word by leaving out sounds.
In the song, the lyrics syncopate the rhythm by emphasizing unexpected beats.
R
To interrupt the flow of something.
The speaker syncopated his speech to emphasize the importance of the next point.
translation
To shorten a word by leaving out sounds.; To interrupt the flow of something.
Word Forms
Perfect
syncopated
Progressive
syncopating
3rd Present
syncopates
Past
syncopated