bjornemann
03-28-2015, 08:38 AM
Hello everyone,
I was wondering if any of you know the name of a specific literary device. I will try to describe what I mean and show examples:
The literary device I'm talking about is a form of repetition where the repeated words switch places in order to create a new meaning or reinforce the already established meaning.
some examples from the top of my head:
You are really smart. I am smart, really.
It is better to shave after eating than to be eating aftershave.
You must behave well and be well behaved.
If any of you know the name for this I would greatly appreciate a reply.
edit: Pretty sure it's called antimetabole:)
I was wondering if any of you know the name of a specific literary device. I will try to describe what I mean and show examples:
The literary device I'm talking about is a form of repetition where the repeated words switch places in order to create a new meaning or reinforce the already established meaning.
some examples from the top of my head:
You are really smart. I am smart, really.
It is better to shave after eating than to be eating aftershave.
You must behave well and be well behaved.
If any of you know the name for this I would greatly appreciate a reply.
edit: Pretty sure it's called antimetabole:)