ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-HAR2-0006 · ATLAS 251

Asteismus

A witty, polite-sounding remark with a hidden barb.

Explanation

Makes criticism appear as an elegant social nuance.

Example

Atlas example in editorial form: A witty, seemingly polite remark with a hidden barb.

Counterexample

Neutral phrasing lacking the characteristics described for asteism.

Distinction

The distinction from Charientism and irony is explored in greater depth in the source reference.

Effect on thought and perception

Makes criticism appear as an elegant social nuance.

Resonance

Makes criticism appear as an elegant social nuance.

Cite this entry

Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Asteismus“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-HAR2-0006. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-HAR2-0006

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