Accismus
- Gloss
- an ironic rhetorical device, in which one feigns indifference, or makes a pretense of refusing something one desires
- Usage
- Clarence’s simpering that he couldn’t possibly accept such a generous gift is an example of accismus, for he has repeatedly shown the audience his weakness for luxury.
- Reference
- dictionary.com
Sanskrit equivalent
छद्माऽस्वीकृतिः
- Synonyms
- व्याजानपेक्षा
- Context
- Rhetoric