Another Word For Hyperbole

Meaning

Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally. It’s used for emphasis or to create a strong impression. For instance, saying "I’m so hungry I could eat a horse" is a hyperbole, as the speaker doesn’t actually intend to eat a horse.

Synonyms

• Exaggeration
• Overstatement
• Amplification
• Magnification
• Stretching the truth

Antonyms

• Understatement
• Litotes
• Minimization
• Moderation
• Restraint

Etymology

The word "hyperbole" comes from the Greek word "hyperbolē," which means "excess" or "exaggeration," derived from "hyper" (meaning "over") and "ballein" (meaning "to throw").

Examples

1. "His claim that he ran a marathon in two hours is pure hyperbole; no one can run that fast!"
2. "When she said she's been waiting for an eternity, it was just hyperbole to express her impatience."
3. "Using hyperbole can add humor to your writing, as long as the audience understands the exaggeration."