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CATACHRESIS Synonyms

There are 2 synonyms of the word catachresis. (exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word catachresis. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for CATACHRESIS

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malapropism
nounn
noun

• the unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar

misnomer
nounn
noun

• an incorrect or unsuitable name

Best Hypernyms For CATACHRESIS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for catachresis, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Phrases (1)
rhetorical device

Alternatives for MALAPROPISM

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