Definitions
Wiktionary
- adj. Lacking climax, disappointing or ironically insignificant following of impressive foreshadowing.
WordNet 3.0
- adj. coming after the climax especially of a dramatic or narrative plot
- adj. of or relating to a sudden change from an impressive to a ludicrous style
Examples
“The film’s pat resolution, while perhaps anticlimactic, is satisfying in how uniquely thoughtful it is.”
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“The failure of the effect can't even be called anticlimactic - there is no climax in "Believe.”
“In a development that could charitably be called anticlimactic, if not disastrous, Psystar is finished.”
“For Western Union Co. managers, the trips can be "anticlimactic," says Gint Baukus, senior vice president of global talent management.”
“DEAR CHARLENE: It wouldn't be "anticlimactic" to send this letter.”
“I cast the vote for the ending as "anticlimactic".”
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“Certainly interesting, but kind of anticlimactic given the buildup from gigaom.”
“TOM HARKIN (D), IOWA: With apologies to Santa Claus, Christmas is going to be kind of anticlimactic this year, because we have already gotten the best possible gift, 60 votes in the United States Senate to create a health care system that works for all Americans, not just the healthy and the wealthy.”
“TOM HARKIN (D), IOWA: With apologies to Santa Claus, Christmas is going to be kind of anticlimactic this year, because we've already gotten the best possible gift, 60 votes in the United States Senate to create a health care system that works for all Americans, not just the healthy and the wealthy.”
“Everything is kind of anticlimactic after that, isn ` t it?”
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