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Categoria
Techniques > Use of language > Figures of speech > Categoria Method | Example | Discussion | See also
DescriptionCategoria is the direct description of another person's faults. ExampleYou are lazy, careless and unlikable. Why should I trust you? Wrong again! Your arguments are always full of holes. I accuse you, sir, of being a cad and a liar. A blackguard and bounder of the first degree. A man who does not deserve the title of gentleman. DiscussionThere are a number of social rules which say we must 'save face', protecting others from embarrassment. By breaking such rules and naming their faults directly, a person calls them to account, forcing them to explain themselves or otherwise. Breaking social rules can also cause surprise and confusion where, in that uncertain moment, a persuasive request can have effect. Classification: Attack See also |
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