| 词组 | elegant variation |
| 释义 | elegant variation Elegant variation is a term invented by Fowler 1926 for the inelegant use of a synonym merely to avoid using the same word two or more times in a sentence, or in a short space of text. It also receives mention in Janis 1984, Johnson 1982, and Copperud 1970, 1980. The sensible advice generally given is to avoid elegant variation. Fowler 1926, 1965 has the most extended treatment. |
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