What is the definition of hyperbole?

A.
the use of words that mean the same thing for emphasis or effect; for example, "Tell me only the real facts"

B.
the use of words in such a way that they say the opposite of what they mean, for emphasis or effect; for example, "clear as mud"

C.
the use of words to exaggerate something for emphasis or effect; for example, "We had to wait in line forever"

D.
the use of words in a way that makes something sound unimportant for emphasis or effect; for example, calling a large dent in a car door "just a scratch"

Question

What is the definition of hyperbole?
 
 A.
the use of words that mean the same thing for emphasis or effect; for example, "Tell me only the real facts"
 
 B.
the use of words in such a way that they say the opposite of what they mean, for emphasis or effect; for example, "clear as mud"
 
 C.
the use of words to exaggerate something for emphasis or effect; for example, "We had to wait in line forever"
 
 D.
the use of words in a way that makes something sound unimportant for emphasis or effect; for example, calling a large dent in a car door "just a scratch"

anonymous · Answer

This should help you out. It is a form of over exaggeration .

anonymous · Answer

definitely c

anonymous · Answer

b is a simile 
d is a metaphor 
a doesnt make sense