LITOTES Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word litotes. (exact relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word litotes. (close relations)

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Definition of LITOTES

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	meiosis				nounn
	noun • (genetics) cell division that produces reproductive cells in sexually reproducing organisms; the nucleus divides into four nuclei each containing half the chromosome number (leading to gametes in animals and spores in plants) • understatement for rhetorical effect (especially when expressing an affirmative by negating its contrary)
	euphemism				nounn
	noun • an inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh
	understatement				nounn
	noun • a statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said

Best Hypernyms For LITOTES

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Alternatives for MEIOSIS

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All synonyms for meiosis