Classification and Types of Hyperbole

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Classification and Types of Hyperbole

Journal Title: Scientific Work - Year 2025, Vol 19, Issue 5

Abstract

This study investigates the theoretical foundations and practical manifestations of hyperbole as a linguistic and stylistic phenomenon. Although hyperbole is one of the most commonly used expressive devices, it remains underexplored compared to other figures of speech such as metaphor and simile. This research addresses classification of hyperbole its underlying causes—particularly socio-cultural and pragmatic influences—its communicative functions, and its interaction with other linguistic elements. Drawing on existing theoretical models, particularly those proposed by Claridge and the politeness theory of Brown and Levinson, the study analyzes selected examples from literary texts and song lyrics to reveal how hyperbole functions as a tool of emphasis, exaggeration, and emotional intensity. The findings contribute to the nuanced understanding the role of hyperbole in meaning construction, stylistic variation, and cross-linguistic influence in contemporary discourse.

Authors and Affiliations

Nazrin Ismayilova

Keywords

Keywords: hyperbole linguistic deviation stylistic device pragmatics exaggeration metaphor politeness strategies figurative expression cross linguistic influence

EP ID EP769075
DOI 10.36719/2663-4619/115/76-79
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