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hyperbolism

noun

The use of hyperbole.

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Word length
11
Starts with
H
Ends with
M
Contains
YP
Scrabble score
23

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noun

  1. The use of hyperbole.

    “Their oriental mellifluousness, hyperbolism, and obsequious politeness of speech have, as well as the Asiatic appearance of their features and dress, been noticed by all travellers in Poland.”

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Their oriental mellifluousness, hyperbolism, and obsequious politeness of speech have, as well as the Asiatic appearance of their features and dress, been noticed by all travellers in Poland.

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