purple prose

pur·ple prose

P p

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pur-puh l prohz]
- /ˈpɜr pəl proʊz/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pur-puh l prohz]
- /ˈpɜr pəl proʊz/

Definition of purple prose words

noun purple prose writing that calls attention to itself because of its obvious use of certain effects, as exaggerated sentiment or pathos, especially in an attempt to enlist or manipulate the reader's sympathies. 1

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Parts of speech for Purple prose

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purple prose popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 36% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 61% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

purple prose usage trend in Literature

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