What is the definition of hyperbole?

A.
a clear statement that is used to make a point; for example, "He is not guilty"

B.
a clear phrase that uses strong, harsh sounds to make a point; for example, "The thunder crashed"

C.
a clear expression that uses only one word to make a point; for example, "Never!"

D.
a clear exaggeration that is used to make a point; for example, "so hungry he could eat a horse"

Question

What is the definition of hyperbole?
 
 A.
a clear statement that is used to make a point; for example, "He is not guilty"
 
 B.
a clear phrase that uses strong, harsh sounds to make a point; for example, "The thunder crashed"
 
 C.
a clear expression that uses only one word to make a point; for example, "Never!"
 
 D.
a clear exaggeration that is used to make a point; for example, "so hungry he could eat a horse"

anonymous · Answer

@phi

abbiegalie · Answer

Hello!

 Hyperboles are like extreme exaggerations, which of these answer choices do you think would be an exaggeration?