An oxymoron uses the method of placing two words with opposite meanings together to create a specific effect. This juxtaposition often highlights a paradox or a nuanced truth, provoking thought or emphasizing a particular emotion or idea. Examples include phrases like "deafening silence" or "bittersweet."
What method does an oxymoron use to create a specific effect?
using nearby text to hint at the meaning of a word
selecting similar words with different connotations
placing two words with opposite meanings together
drawing comparisons between two similar things
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