Paraprosdokian

C2 16+

Synonyms of paraprosdokian

Antonyms of paraprosdokian

Collocations of paraprosdokian

sarcastic remark
Frequency: 80 %

She couldn't resist making a sarcastic remark about his outfit.

ironic situation
Frequency: 75 %

It was an ironic situation where the fire station caught on fire.

dark humor
Frequency: 70 %

His dark humor always lightened the mood.

unexpected twist
Frequency: 60 %

The movie had an unexpected twist at the end.

Idiomatic Expressions for paraprosdokian

  • Phrase: I've had a perfectly wonderful evening, but this wasn't it.
    Meaning: In this paraprosdokian expression, the speaker starts by praising the evening but then reveals that it wasn't the one they were referring to, creating a humorous or sarcastic effect.
    Usage: This phrase is used to show disappointment or surprise in a lighthearted or witty manner, often in response to a situation that didn't meet expectations.