Definition of Hyperbole
Hyperbole is a figure of speech in which a writer or speaker exaggerates for the sake of emphasis. Hyperbolic statements are usually quite obvious exaggerations intended to emphasize a point... read full definition
Hyperbole is a figure of speech in which a writer or speaker exaggerates for the sake of emphasis. Hyperbolic statements are usually quite obvious exaggerations... read full definition
Hyperbole is a figure of speech in which a writer or speaker exaggerates for the sake of emphasis. Hyperbolic statements... read full definition
Key Examples in A Clockwork Orange
Part 2, Chapter 7
Explanation and Analysis—A Long Yahzick:
In Part 2, Chapter 7, Alex uses hyperbole to describe his staged interaction with a man whom Dr. Brodsky sets on him in order to prove the efficacy of the Ludovico Technique:
And, my brothers, believe it or kiss my sharries, I got down on my knees and pushed my red yahzick out a mile and a half to lick his grahzny vonny boots.