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conceit vs turn of phrase

turn of phrase vs conceit

conceit and turn of phrase both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
conceit Yes No No No
turn of phrase Yes No No No
As nouns, turn of phrase is a hypernym of conceit; that is, turn of phrase is a word with a broader meaning than conceit:
  • conceit: a witty or ingenious turn of phrase
  • turn of phrase: a distinctive spoken or written expression
Other hypernyms of conceit include turn of expression.
conceit (noun) turn of phrase (noun)
the trait of being unduly vain and conceited; false pride a distinctive spoken or written expression
a witty or ingenious turn of phrase
an artistic device or effect
an elaborate poetic image or a far-fetched comparison of very dissimilar things
feelings of excessive pride
Difference between conceit and turn of phrase

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