˜yÐÄvlog

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accismus

[ uhk-siz-muhs ]

noun

  1. an ironic rhetorical device, in which one feigns indifference, or makes a pretense of refusing something one desires:

    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.

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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of accismus1

First recorded in 1560–70; from New Latin accismus “coyness, pretense of indifference,†from Greek ²¹°ì°ì¾±²õ³¾Ã³²õ

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