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What is the ambiguity technique in literature?

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Ambiguity or fallacy of ambiguity is a word, phrase, or statement which contains more than one meaning. Ambiguous words or statements lead to vagueness and confusion, and shape the basis for instances of unintentional humor.
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Ambiguity or fallacy of ambiguity is a word, phrase, or statement which contains more than one meaning. Ambiguous words or statements lead to vagueness and confusion, and shape the basis for instances of unintentional humor.

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An ambiguous is a term or expression is unclear and complex, having more than one sense. Uncertainty in literature is often used as a method to produce a comical effect. Ambiguity in English literature is a common method, as many words have different spelling, but similar pronunciation. There are also tons of words with specific definitions (polysemous words). Writers use enigmatic style to play with words and the reader’s attention and creation.

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