AN OXYMORON PHENOMENON IN LANGUAGE
Abstract
Abstract. An oxymoron is an expression in linguistics and literature that consists of a combination of two opposite or contradictory words. These expressions increase the figurativeness, expressiveness and unexpectedness of the language. Oxymorons are widely used in literature and help to enhance the aesthetic effect of works. In this way, the writer or poet conveys unexpected and deeper meanings to the reader or listener. Oxymorons are used to describe complex human emotions or conflicting situations. For example, expressions such as "sweet pain", "happy sadness", "silent sound" seem logically contradictory at first glance, but they enrich the content of an artistic work and create new layers of meaning. Through such expressions, the reader gets a deeper idea of the conflict of emotions or complex life situations. The study of oxymorons in linguistics allows us to understand the semantic possibilities of language and the ability to create new meaning based on opposition. They are an important tool for expressing complex concepts in poetic language. In literature, oxymorons can be used to reflect conflicting aspects of human nature, life contradictions and dramatic feelings. Therefore, oxymoron is an effective artistic tool for enriching the content of literary works and influencing the reader. The oxymoron in this article is scientifically based.
