Beat
Beat noun - The recurrent pattern formed by a series of sounds having a regular rise and fall in intensity.
Usage example: moved to the beat of the music
Pentameter and beat are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pentameter" instead a noun "Beat".
Pentameter
Pentameter noun - A verse line having five metrical feet.
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Synonyms for Pentameter
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