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Stylistic Devices – Hyperbole

deliberate exaggeration

Used sparingly, hyperbole effectively draws the attention to a message that you want to emphasise.

Example:

  • I was so hungry, I could eat an elephant.
  • I have told you a thousand times.

Note: Don't overuse hyperbole, otherwise it may not have the effect you want.

counterpart: → Understatement