CATACHRESIS
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Catachresis.
Catachresis - 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
"The use of the term 'hotbed' to describe a peaceful park is a catachresis."
"Referring to a car as a 'metal horse' is an example of catachresis."
"Using 'head' to mean the top of a jar is a catachresis."
"Describing a loud voice as a 'thunderous roar' is a catachresis."
"Saying someone has a 'razor-sharp mind' is an example of catachresis."
Word Game Points
Is CATACHRESIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, catachresis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CATACHRESIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is CATACHRESIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, catachresis is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCATACHRESIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is CATACHRESIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, catachresis is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCATACHRESIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
