What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
paraleipsis
Example
I won't even mention my opponent's history of corruption. [paraleipsis: noun]
Example
She used paraleipsis to allude to her opponent's scandalous past without directly mentioning it. [paraleipsis: noun]
preterition
Example
I won't waste time talking about my opponent's lack of experience. [preterition: noun]
Example
He used preterition to imply that his opponent was unqualified for the job without directly attacking him. [preterition: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Paraleipsis is more commonly used than preterition in everyday language, especially in politics and media.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between paraleipsis and preterition?
Both paraleipsis and preterition are formal words used in rhetoric and literary contexts.
