Multiple choice

Directions: Give one word for the phrase/set of words given below in bold. Ridiculous use of words

  1. Onomatopoeia

  2. Malapropism

  3. Neologism

  4. Pun
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B Correct answer
Explanation

A malapropism is the mistaken use of a word in place of a similar-sounding one, often with an amusing effect. Onomatopoeia is sound-based, and a pun is a play on words.

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