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He delighted in the friendly act of insulting me. Which figure of speech is this?? |
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Answer» IDENTIFICATION: The figure of speech used is Oxymoron. Definition: In an oxymoron, two contradictory words or ideas are JUXTAPOSED for a striking EFFECT. Explanation: Here, one idea 'friendly' contradictory to another idea 'insulting' is juxtaposed for an unusual striking effect to the READER. |
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