Significance of Hyperbole
According to Purana, hyperbole is defined as exaggerated statements that are not meant to be taken literally and are used for emphasis. It is referred to as atishayokti, which involves an exaggerated description of an object's attributes that surpasses ordinary limits. This rhetorical device serves to enhance the impact of communication by highlighting certain qualities through extreme expressions.
Synonyms: Exaggeration, Embellishment, Amplification, Magnification, Inflation
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Hindu concept of 'Hyperbole'
Hyperbole in Hinduism involves exaggerated statements for emphasis, known as Atishayokti, which describes an object's attributes beyond ordinary limits, highlighting its significance and divine qualities rather than being interpreted literally.
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) Exaggerated statements not taken literally, used for emphasis.[1]
From: Agni Purana
(1) Atishayokti, an exaggerated description of an object's attributes beyond ordinary limits.[2]
From: Mudrarakshasa (literary study)
(1) An exaggerated statement or claim that is not meant to be taken literally but instead serves to emphasize a point in the context of Sahokti.[3]
From: Kavyamimamsa of Rajasekhara (Study)
(1) Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.[4]