Oroonoko
by Aphra Behn
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Oroonoko: Oxymorons 1 key example

Definition of Oxymoron

An oxymoron is a figure of speech in which two contradictory terms or ideas are intentionally paired in order to make a point—particularly to reveal a deeper or hidden truth... read full definition
An oxymoron is a figure of speech in which two contradictory terms or ideas are intentionally paired in order to make a point—particularly to reveal... read full definition
An oxymoron is a figure of speech in which two contradictory terms or ideas are intentionally paired in order to... read full definition

Key Examples in Oroonoko

Oxymorons
Explanation and Analysis—The Novel's Title:

The full title of Behn's novella is Oroonoko, or The Royal Slave: A True History. "The Royal Slave" is an oxymoron, reflecting core contradictions at the heart of Oroonoko.