Figure-of-speech synonyms
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An indirect reference; casual mention
The definition of a device is a tool or technique used to do a task.
(Genetics) The manifestation of a trait caused by a particular gene
The highest example or best representative:
manner of speaking
(Biology) Correspondence in function or position between organs of dissimilar evolutionary origin or structure.
To grow vigorously; succeed; thrive; prosper
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The definition of hyperbole is a description that is exaggerated for emphasis.
Descriptions and figures of speech
The definition of a malapropism is using the wrong word for something, especially one that sounds similar.
A figure of speech in which two words with opposing meanings are used together intentionally for effect.
(Uncountable) A form of humor that is marked by mocking with irony, sometimes conveyed in speech with vocal over-emphasis. Insincerely saying something which is the opposite of one's intended meaning, often to emphasize how unbelievable or unlikely it sounds if taken literally, thereby illustrating the obvious nature of one's intended meaning.
The definition of a simile is a figure of speech where two unlike things are compared using the word "like" or "as" followed by a figurative example.
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A common, often conventional, theme, motif, style, etc.
turn of expression
way of speaking
A visible pattern as in wood or cloth.
(--- Bible) A sculptured figure used as an idol
apophasis
Allusion to something by denying that it will be mentioned, as in I will not bring up my opponent's questionable financial dealings.
A figure of speech in which the speaker expresses or purports to be in doubt about a question.
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chiasmus
(Rhetoric) An inversion of the relationship between the elements of phrases.
hyperbaton
(Grammar) An inversion of the usual or logical order of words or phrases, for emphasis or poetic effect.
symploce
(Rhetoric) A combination of epanaphora and antistrophe.
Anything serving to adorn; decoration; embellishment; also, a desirable or needed adjunct
Find another word for figure-of-speech. In this page you can discover 25 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for figure-of-speech, like: allusion, device, expression, flower, manner of speaking, analogy, flourish, hyperbole, imagery, malapropism and metaphor.
