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Exitthe rhetorical device of drawing attention to something by claiming not to mention it
During his speech, the politician employed paralipsis to highlight the scandal by stating he wouldn't discuss it further.
Set 180 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: paralipsis, plenilune, nanism, viaticum, anaphora. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
the rhetorical device of drawing attention to something by claiming not to mention it
During his speech, the politician employed paralipsis to highlight the scandal by stating he wouldn't discuss it further.
the full moon
As the plenilune rose over the horizon, it bathed the landscape in a silver glow, enchanting all who watched.
a condition characterized by abnormal short stature or dwarfism
The child was diagnosed with nanism, a condition that affects physical development and leads to significantly shorter height compared to peers.
a provision or supplies for a journey especially in a spiritual context
The priest offered the dying man viaticum to ensure he was spiritually prepared for his journey into the next life.
the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences
The use of anaphora in his speech emphasized the urgency of the message, making each point resonate with the audience.