Among many literary devices ‘Hyperbole’ and ‘Understatement’ have a great importance. ‘Understatement’ is quite the opposite of hyperbole. In an hyperbolic statement the words are used to produce an effect of hugeness. But when ‘understatement’ is used, it expresses the contrary effect. The term ‘understatement’ has originated from the Greek term “meiosis”. “Meiosis” means ‘lessening’.… Continue reading Understatement: Literary Definition & Examples
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Resolution: Literary Definition & Examples
Resolution, in literature, refers to the final part of a story where the denouement of the plot is presented. This literary device comes after other four stages, and aims to solve the conflict, by answering all questions that could have appeared to the reader during the story. It gives clear explanation to every controversial moment,… Continue reading Resolution: Literary Definition & Examples
Incongruity: Definition & Use In Irony
The definition of incongruity is when something doesn’t fit in the place. In simple words, it means out of place. Something is referred to as incongruent when it stands out from everything else that surrounds it. The extreme point of incongruity is where something, at a point, gets inappropriate to the situation. Some simple examples… Continue reading Incongruity: Definition & Use In Irony
Aside: Literary Definition & Examples
“Aside” is a literary term that playwrights use when they find it difficult to express what the character is thinking. It is not used in regular dialog but is used when a person is thinking to themselves. The two classic cases that this literary device is used is when the character talks to himself or… Continue reading Aside: Literary Definition & Examples
What Is Sarcasm? Definition and Examples
There is a bit of an ongoing debate on the specific definition of “sarcasm,” and what the differences are between “sarcasm” and “verbal irony.” Most would agree that all sarcasm is based on verbal irony, but not all verbal irony is considered sarcasm. There are additional qualities that separate sarcasm from verbal irony, and some… Continue reading What Is Sarcasm? Definition and Examples
The 3 Types of Irony
Irony is a literary technique & rhetoric device that has been used for many years in speech, art and everyday life. Although irony has been used for a long time, there hasn’t been an exact definition of irony. There have been hundreds of definitions suggested over the years, however, a general consensus is that: Irony Definition Irony is… Continue reading The 3 Types of Irony
Verbal Irony
Verbal Irony Definition Verbal irony occurs when speakers say the opposite of what they mean. For example: a man may say loudly to a manifestly unattractive woman, “You are more than beautiful!” This guy is obviously a jerk. An ironic jerk. Verbal ironies are mainly the intentional products of speakers. The speakers say what is… Continue reading Verbal Irony
Situational Irony
Situational Irony Definition Situational irony occurs when the final outcome is contradictory to what was expected. Usually, the episodes in the plot of a story will lead the audience to expect a particular resolution or ending. If such an expected outcome fails and instead another contrary outcome occurs, the absurdity is termed situational irony. Such… Continue reading Situational Irony
Dramatic Irony
Dramatic Irony Definition A plot device to create situations where the reader knows much more about the episodes and the resolutions before the chief character or characters. Dramatic irony is a stylistic device that is most commonly used by storytellers, in plays, in the theater, and in movies. For example, the reader may be already aware… Continue reading Dramatic Irony
Cosmic Irony: Unraveling the Threads of Destiny
Irony is a literary device that injects intrigue and complexity into narratives, and among its intriguing manifestations lies cosmic irony. Often referred to as the irony of the Fates, cosmic irony suggests the existence of a superior force, a cosmic meddler, that intentionally orchestrates ironic situations in the lives of humans. By exploring the depths… Continue reading Cosmic Irony: Unraveling the Threads of Destiny