Apostrophize
/əˈpɑːstrəfaɪz/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Literary Device
Used for dramatic effect in literature or speeches, often indicating an emotional outburst.
She apostrophized the heavens in anguish.
Pro Tip 2/3Imaginary Conversation
Speakers may apostrophize objects or absent people as if they could respond.
The poet apostrophized the sea, sharing his sorrows.
Pro Tip 3/3Personification
Apostrophizing often involves personifying non-human entities.
He apostrophized the storm, begging it to cease.
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AccostAddressApostropheDirectInvokeRefer toSpeak to
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