Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Ciceronianisms

👉 Ciceronianisms are a type of rhetorical device that combines elements from classical and ancient Greek rhetoric to create unique, often humorous or ironic language. This style is characterized by its use of archaic vocabulary, figurative language, and irony in place of more traditional expressions like theatrical or formal language. In ancient Greece, ciceronianisms were used primarily for humor and satire, but they have since become popular in modern literature and entertainment. They are often used to exaggerate events or situations

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