antiphrasis

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Английский Язык - Турецкий язык
bir sözcüğün zıt anlamda kullanılması
kelimenin zıt anlamda kullanılması
bir kelimenin aksi anlamda kullanılmas
{i} zıt anlam kullanma
Английский Язык - Английский Язык
the use of a word or phrase in a sense not in accord with its literal meaning, especially for ironic or humorous effect
the use of a word in a sense opposite to its normal sense (especially in irony)
the use of a word or phrase contrary to its normal meaning for ironic or humorous effect A mere babe of 60 years
The ironic or humorous use of words in a sense not in accord with their literal meaning, as in "a giant of three feet four inches " (Compare Burlesque, Hudibrastic Verse, Parody, Satire)
The use of words in a sense opposite to their proper meaning; as when a court of justice is called a court of vengeance
{i} ironic use of a phrase or word to mean opposite of its literal sense
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