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Literary Vocab
Literary Criticism
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Pleonasm | the use of more words than are necessary to convey meaning |
| Symploce | the combination of anaphora and epistrophe, a word or phrase is repeated at both ends of a clause or sentence |
| Anadiplosis | the repetition of the last word of one clause or sentence at the beginning of the next |
| Anastrophe | the inversion of the usual order of words for emphasis or poetic effect |
| Syllepsis | A word that is applied to two others in different senses |
| Zeugma | a single word governing or modifying two or more words, but in a way that requires the word to make sense with only one of them |
| Dysphemism | the use of harsh, more offensive word in place of a neutral or less offensive tone |
| Euhemerism | the interpretation of myths as traditional accounts of historical events |
| Euphemism | the use of a mild or pleasant word or phrase instead of a more direct or harsh one |
| Euphony | Euphony is the quality of being pleasing to the ear, achieved through harmonious combinations of sounds |
| Euphuism | an artificial, highly elaborate style of writing or speaking |
| Incantation | the use of words spoken or sing as a magic or spiritual charm |
| Anaptyxis | the insertion of a vowel sound between two consonants in a word for easier pronunciation |
| Elision | the omission of one or more sounds or syllables in a word or phrase |
| Metathesis | Metathesis is the rearrangement of sounds or letters in a word |
| Paragoge | the addition of a sound or syllable to the end of a word |
| Prothesis | the addition of a sound or syllable to the beginning of a word |
| Polyhyphenation | the repeated use of hyphens in a word for stylistic or rhetorical effect; it emphasizes certain words, creates compound adjectives, or adds a sense of rhythm and structure to the writing |
| Polyptoton | rhetorical device that involves repeating a word in a different grammatical form or with a slight variation in spelling; it adds emphasis, rhythm, and symmetry to the writing, enhancing the impact of the repeated word and highlighting its significance |
| Polysyndeton | a literary device characterized by the repeated use of conjunctions in close succession within the same sentence |
| Anaphora | the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences |
| Epanalepsis | a figure of speech in which the first word of clause or sentence is repeated at the end |
| Homeoteleuton | the repetition of similar endings in adjacent or parallel words |
| Interpolation | the insertion of additional material or test into a written work, to provide clarification, context, or commentary on the content; to enhance the narrative, provide background knowledge, or offer alternative perspectives on the subject |
| Gazebo | symbolize moments of tranquility, introspection, or intimate conversations between characters |
| Gnomic | style of literature that is characterized by short, concise, and insightful statements or aphorisms that convey universal truths or wisdom. Often seen in proverbs, epigrams, or philosophical texts, imparting moral lessons or reflections |
| Gongorism | the style of extravagant and exaggerated literary expression, characterized by elaborate metaphors, complex syntax, and ornate language. |
| Gossyp | literary term used to describe writing filled with trivial or sensationalistic content, often gossipy in nature. It can refer to works on gossip or rumors rather than meaningful themes |
| Gothic | literary genre known for dark, mysterious, and melodramatic themes, often featuring elements such as gloomy settings, supernatural occurrences, and emotional intensity. It explores themes of fear, gortesque, and the uncanny. Tension and foreboding |
| Arcadian | an idealized or pastoral world, often set in a rural or idyllic landscape untouched by urban life. The genre celebrates simplicity, harmony with nature, and the pursuit of peaceful existence, embodying a nostalgic vision of a Utopian society |
| Burlesque | literary genre characterized by humor, parody, and exaggeration. Often using satire to mock or imitate serious subjects or literary styles. Aims to entertain through absurdity, irreverence, and a playful subversion of conventional norms and genres |
| Cliche | overused or unoriginal phrase, expression, or idea that has lost its effectiveness or impact due to excessive repetition. Often considered trite or hackneyed in writing and is best avoided in fresh and authentic storytelling |
| Demotic | characterized by straightforward, accessible, and everyday language that resonated with the common people. It aims to reach a wide audience by using familiar and colloquial language rather than formal or elevated diction |
| Elegiac | writing that expresses sorrow, lamentation, or mournful reflection, often in the form of elegies or poems that commemorate the dead or evoke feelings of loss and melancholy. ,They capture the essence of grief, longing, and nostalgia. |
| Asyndeton | literary device characterized by the omission of conjunctions between words or phrases in a sentence for a sense of urgency, rhythm, or emphasis in the writing for a more impactful expression of ideas. |
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