Pronunciation: /iː.oʊ.lɪ.zəm/
noun a rhetorical device in which a speaker or writer uses exaggerated language to create a dramatic effect
A1 An aeolism is a type of expression used in language that is derived from Aeolus, the Greek god of the winds.
A2 In English literature, aeolisms are often used to add a poetic or dramatic flair to the writing.
B1 Understanding the use of aeolisms can enhance one's appreciation of classical texts.
B2 Literary critics often analyze the presence of aeolisms in works of poetry to uncover deeper meanings.
C1 The author's use of aeolisms throughout the novel demonstrated a mastery of language and style.
C2 Scholars have debated the significance of specific aeolisms in the ancient texts for centuries.
formal The professor's lecture on aeolism in ancient Greek literature was fascinating.
informal I didn't understand a word of the aeolism the poet was using in that poem.
slang I can't believe how much aeolism is in this book, it's so hard to follow.
figurative The politician's speech was full of aeolism, trying to obscure the true meaning of his policies.
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