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When an author's actual intent is carried in words of the opposite meaning, the author is using _____. figurative language irony symbolism
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When an author's actual intent is carried in words of the opposite meaning, the author is using _____.

figurative language
irony
symbolism

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Answer: Irony

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When an author's actual intent is carried in words of the opposite meaning, the author is using "irony", since irony signifies the use of meaning through words that are often meant to imply the opposite. 
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