CATACHRESES
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Definitions
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Catachreses.
Catachreses - as a noun
Strained or paradoxical use of words either in error (as `blatant' to mean `flagrant') or deliberately (as in a mixed metaphor: `blind mouths')
Example Sentences
"His speech was filled with catachreses and grammatical errors."
"The teacher explained the concept of catachreses to the students."
"The writer's use of catachreses in his novel created a sense of confusion and ambiguity."
"The teacher used catachreses in her lectures to challenge the students' understanding."
"The lawyer's catachreses in his argument weakened his case in court."
Word Game Points
Is CATACHRESES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, catachreses is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CATACHRESES has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is CATACHRESES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, catachreses is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCATACHRESES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is CATACHRESES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, catachreses is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCATACHRESES has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
