Word: phonocentric
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: pho
no
cen
tric
Definition: Supporting or relating to phonocentrism. The idea that sounds and speech are inherently superior to (or more natural than) written language.
Morphemes:
Affix: phono-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Relating to sound; deep and complete
Etymology Compounds: Affix: φωνή
Language: grc
Decoded: phone
Meaning: voice, sound
Affix: -centric
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Having a specified object at the centre, or as the focus of attention.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: κεντρικός
Language: grc
Decoded: kentrikos
Meaning: central