Paradiastole
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌpɛrədaɪˈæstəli/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Paradiastole is a noun meaning (rhetoric) A form of euphemism in which a positive synonym is substituted for a negative word.
Meaning
(rhetoric) A form of euphemism in which a positive synonym is substituted for a negative word.
Word Forms
- paradiastoles
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include epanastrophe, paralepsis, paranym, parainesis, periphrasis, preterition.
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