epanorthosis (Meaning)
Wordnet
epanorthosis (n)
immediate rephrasing for intensification or justification
Webster
epanorthosis (n.)
A figure by which a speaker recalls a word or words, in order to substitute something else stronger or more significant; as, Most brave! Brave, did I say? most heroic act!
Synonyms & Antonyms of epanorthosis
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epanorthosis Sentence Examples
- That house is beautiful -- well, it's attractive for its age.
- The new movie is boring -- no, actually it's just slow-paced.
- Your hair looks great -- no, wait, it looks a little messy.
- I'm having a great time -- well, I'm not miserable.
- This food is delicious -- no, actually it's just edible.
- I'm so happy to see you -- well, I'm not unhappy.
- I'm really smart -- well, at least I'm not stupid.
- I'm really rich -- no, wait, I'm just comfortable.
- I'm really popular -- well, I'm not a hermit.
- I'm really talented -- actually, I'm just adequate.
FAQs About the word epanorthosis
immediate rephrasing for intensification or justificationA figure by which a speaker recalls a word or words, in order to substitute something else stronger or
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That house is beautiful -- well, it's attractive for its age.
The new movie is boring -- no, actually it's just slow-paced.
Your hair looks great -- no, wait, it looks a little messy.
I'm having a great time -- well, I'm not miserable.
