hyperbolical

Meanings

• adjective, adverb, noun

  An expression or figure of speech in which a person or thing is described as much greater, better, or worse than it really is.

  - "His victory was nothing short of hyperbolical."
  - "She gave a hyperbolical description of her boss's reaction."
  - "The hyperbolical curve is a type of function in mathematics."

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Variants

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hyperbolic , hyperbolical , hyperbolically

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'hyperbole,' meaning 'an exaggeration,' from 'hyper,' meaning 'over,' and 'ballein,' meaning 'to throw.'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'hyperbole' is often used in mathematics to describe a curve that passes above a given curve, but below the next one.

2. The longest recorded hyperbole was spoken by a man named Chang Taisu in 1911, who claimed to have a 22-foot-long beard.

3. Hyperbole is not just used in language; it can also be found in art, music, and other forms of expression.

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Related Concepts

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1. Metaphor: Hyperbole is a type of figurative language that uses exaggeration to make a comparison, similar to a metaphor.

2. Exaggeration: Hyperbole is a form of exaggeration, but not all exaggeration is hyperbole. Hyperbole is deliberate and used for emphasis or effect.

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Culture

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The term 'hyperbolical' has been used extensively in literature, particularly in poetic and dramatic works, to add emphasis, exaggeration, or humor. For example, in Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night,' Malvolio's letter is described as 'full of strange absurdities, and sinister suggestions, and most hyperbolical expressions.'

How to Memorize "hyperbolical"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a situation where someone is telling a story, and they keep exaggerating the details to make it sound more exciting or dramatic. Visualize yourself listening to the story and understanding that the speaker is using hyperbole to add emphasis.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'hyperbole' with the idea of 'exaggeration' or 'dramatic effect.' For example, you might think of a cartoon character with an exaggerated expression or a movie trailer that uses hyperbolic language to build suspense.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device by remembering the phrase 'Hyperbole is an exaggeration.' or 'Huge Exaggeration Beyond Logical Expectation.'

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