sublative

Meanings

• figure of speech

  A term used in rhetoric to describe a figure of speech in which an object or action is described in greater or more intense terms than are necessary, resulting in an exaggerated or amplified effect.

  - "The sun set in a blaze of glory."
  - "The storm raged with ferocious intensity."
  - "The artist's brushstrokes were sublime."

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Variants

List of all variants of sublative that leads to same result
sublate , sublated , sublates , sublating , sublation , sublations

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'sublatus,' meaning 'lifted up,' or 'exalted.'

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Trivia

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1. The sublative figure of speech is often used in hymns and religious texts to describe the divine.

2. The sublative was a favorite figure of speech among the ancient Greeks and Romans.

3. The sublative can be used to describe both positive and negative experiences, such as a beautiful sunset or a terrifying storm.

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Related Concepts

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1. hyperbole: Another figure of speech in which an exaggerated statement is made for emphasis or effect.

2. amplification: A rhetorical device in which a statement is expanded or elaborated to emphasize its importance or significance.

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Culture

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The sublative figure of speech has been used extensively in literature, particularly in poetry, to evoke strong emotions and create vivid imagery. It is often used to describe natural phenomena, such as sunsets, storms, and landscapes, as well as artistic creations.

How to Memorize "sublative"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a sunset and imagine describing it in exaggerated terms, such as 'The sun set in a blaze of fiery reds and oranges, casting long shadows across the landscape.'

2. associate
   

   - Associate the sublative figure of speech with strong emotions and vivid imagery, such as awe, wonder, and excitement.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device, such as 'SUNSET,' where each letter stands for a word related to the sublative figure of speech: Superlative, Unusual, Natural, Exaggerated, Theatrical.

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