What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
superexpression
Example
She was so hungry, she could eat a horse! [superexpression: exaggeration]
Example
I've told you a million times to clean your room! [superexpression: hyperbole]
hyperbole
Example
I'm so tired, I could sleep for a year! [hyperbole: exaggeration]
Example
He's as strong as an ox! [hyperbole: simile]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hyperbole is a more commonly used term than superexpression in English language and is more widely recognized and accepted.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between superexpression and hyperbole?
Hyperbole is more commonly used in formal writing and literature, while superexpression is more informal and conversational.
