Literary Terms

Hyperbole: Definition and Examples

Published February 11, 2024 · 5 views

Hyperbole is an important term in literary studies. This page gives a clear definition, an example and tips on how to use it in essays.

Definition

Deliberate exaggeration for emphasis.

Example

I have told you a million times.

How to Write About Hyperbole

  • Identify where hyperbole appears in the text.
  • Quote the exact words.
  • Explain the effect on the reader and link it to the writer's purpose.

See also: Literary Devices: Metaphor, Simile, Irony and More.