Definition och Betydelse av "epizeuxis"

What is "epizeuxis"?

Epizeuxis is a literary device in which a word or phrase is repeated immediately in succession, with no other words in between. This technique highlights the importance of the repeated term and can convey strong emotions or urgency. For example, in the phrase "Never, never, never give up", the word "never" is repeated three times consecutively to strongly convey the message of persistence. Epizeuxis can be used to create a dramatic effect and draw attention to a specific idea or feeling.