Week 10 Vocabulary Flashcards
1
Q
The ironic minimizing of fact.
Presents something as less
significant than it is.
A
Understatement
2
Q
When a word has two or more meanings
and is used in a humorous way.
A
Pun
3
Q
A recurring idea or concept that has
deeper meaning. Motifs can be
words/phrases, colors, situations, or any
other abstract concept.
A
Motif
4
Q
A more agreeable or less offensive substitute
for generally unpleasant words or concepts.
Sometimes they are used for political
correctness
A
Euphemism
5
Q
An exaggerated imitation of a serious work for
humorous purposes. It borrows words or phrases
from an original, and pokes fun at it.
A
Parody
