Oxymoron
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What Does Oxymoron Mean?
- 矛盾修饰语
- 自相矛盾的说法
Oxymoron Pronunciation
/ˌɒksɪˈmɔːrɒn/
Oxymoron Definition
noun
Definition
a figure of speech in which contradictory terms appear in conjunction
In ZH
一种修辞手法，矛盾的词语同时出现
How to Use Oxymoron in a Sentence
- The phrase 'deafening silence' is a classic example of an oxymoron.
- He referred to her as a 'jumbo shrimp,' which is another well-known oxymoron.
- In literature, an 'open secret' serves as an effective oxymoron.
- Oxymorons like 'bittersweet' convey complex emotions.
- The term 'act naturally' is often cited as an oxymoron.