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trope vs conceit

conceit vs trope

trope and conceit both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
trope Yes No No No
conceit Yes No No No
As nouns, conceit is a hyponym of trope; that is, conceit is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than trope:
  • trope: language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense
  • conceit: an elaborate poetic image or a far-fetched comparison of very dissimilar things
trope (noun) conceit (noun)
language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense the trait of being unduly vain and conceited; false pride
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 trope and conceit

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