syncopated (adjective)

1. In the comic strip, the syncopated rhythm of the punchline adds to the comedic effect.

2. The spine-tingling horror movie used syncopated music to create an eerie and suspenseful atmosphere.

3. The abstract painting featured vibrant colors and syncopated lines, giving it a dynamic and energetic feel.

4. The poet's use of syncopated syllables in the verse added a rhythmic flow to the literary piece.