apophasis

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Noun apophasis has 1 sense

apophasis - mentioning something by saying it will not be mentioned
--₁ is a kind of rhetorical device

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Apophasis

Part of speech: noun

Sense: a rhetorical device where a speaker or writer mentions something by specifically stating that they will not mention it

Usage: Apophasis is frequently used in political debates to indirectly bring up negative information about an opponent.

Sample sentence 1: In his speech, the candidate used apophasis to subtly remind the audience about his opponent's scandal without directly accusing him.

Sample sentence 2: The journalist employed apophasis to criticize the celebrity by stating that she wouldn't discuss the rumors surrounding her personal life.