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Term: Antinomasia

Description:

Antinomasia is a literary device where a proper name is used to describe a characteristic or quality associated with that person. It is a type of figurative language that adds depth and creativity to written works.

Examples:

1. Noun:

"In Shakespeare's play Romeo and Juliet, Juliet declares, 'Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?' Here, Romeo is an example of antinomasia as his name is used to symbolize romantic love."

2. Verb:

"The author skillfully antinomasiated the protagonist to highlight his transformative journey throughout the novel."

3. Adjective:

"The character's antinomasia appearance, with his wild hair and eccentric clothing, made him unforgettable."

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