How do you pronounce apophasis?

apophasis is pronounced as /əˈpɒfəsɪs/.

🗣️apophasis

noun

/əˈpɒfəsɪs/

A rhetorical device where the speaker brings up a subject by denying it or pretending to pass over it.

The politician used apophasis by saying, 'I won’t even mention my opponent’s scandals.'

paralipsis, preterition, rhetorical device, insinuation

direct mention, explicit statement

use apophasis, rhetorical apophasis, classic apophasis

Reduction or alleviation, measures to reduce harmful effects.

a large, irregular spot or stain, often on skin or fabric

An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.

A mass of whirling fluid or air, especially a whirlpool or whirlwind.

A gift or payment to a common fund or collection.