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Connotation |
(N.) An idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning. |
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Figurative |
(adj.) The metaphorical, idiomatic, or ironic sense of a word or expression, in contrast to its literal meaning. |
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Tension |
(N.) The interplay of conflicting elements in a piece of literature; a balanced relation between strongly opposing elements |
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Poignant |
(adj.) Emotionally moving or stimulating |
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Beleaguered |
(adj.) Shrunken and wrinkled |
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Wizened |
(adj.) Troubled with many problems |
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Delineate |
(verb) To clearly describe or portray something precisely |
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Acerbic |
(adj.) A sharp and forthright style of speaking; tasting sour or bitter |
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Didactic |
(adj.) Designed or intended to teach people something; teaching or intending a moral lesson. |
