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Figures of Speech: Question 9

Which of the following is characterized by seemingly contradictory but
actually complementary ideas?
Select one
Foil
Euphemism
Paradox
Caricature

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Answer:

Paradox

Step-by-step explanation:

There are many figures of speech and paradox is one of them. A "paradox" provides a set of seemingly contradictory ideas or concepts but reveals a hidden truth. The elements being mentioned here are contradictory yet interrelated.

Examples: "As I said before, I never repeat myself."

"Freedom is slavery."

"I am nobody."

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