–noun, plural -nies.
1.the use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning
2.Literature .
a. a technique of indicating, as through character or plot development, an intention or attitude opposite to thatwhich is actually or ostensibly stated.
b. (especially in contemporary writing) a manner of organizing a work so as to give full expression to contradictory or complementary impulses, attitudes,etc., especially as a means ofindicating detachmentfrom a subject, theme, or emotion.
i realised that i've never really been able to fully understand this word..
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i love that Dali piece. scott has a poster of it in his room and I stare at it so often
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