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Hyperbole and Superlative
Includes questions related to the use of exaggeration for emphasis or to express a superlative degree.
2,646 Questions
What does the word hyperbole mean for a large pile of snow?
The snow was piled higher than the Himalayas; we would need Sherpas to guide us.
What is the superlative form of anxiously?
Many times you can add -er or -est to the ending of a word to change it to a superlative form. However, for the word nervous, the superlatives are "more nervous" and "most nervous."
Can you use like or as in a hyperbole?
Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or a claim not meant to be taken literally.
What is the superlative for luxury?
While luxury can be an adjective, the more usual adjectival form is luxurious. The superlative of luxurious is most luxurious.
What is hyperbole and give examples?
A hyperbole is a figure of speech. It means- Hyperbole- an extreme exaggeration used in literature used to prove a point.
Examples:
He seemed to talk forever.
My teacher gives me so much homework I need 3 Uhals to get all of it home.
What is the superlative degree of comparison for the word worst?
Worst is the superlative. Worse is the comparative.
What is the superlative for sweater?
There is no superlative for sweater because it is a noun. An adjective has a superlative form, by adding an 'est' to the end of the word.
What is the comparative form of suddenly?
Suddenly is an adverb and its comparative is formed by putting the word "more" in front of it.
Which of the following statements contains a superlative?
The one with an adjective ending in -st or -est or the modifier "most" or "least."
