International Journal of Literature and Language Studies
Vol. 5 No. 6 (2026): International Journal of Literature and Language Studies

THE USE OF STYLISTIC DEVICES IN ENGLISH PROVERBS: IRONY, ANTITHESIS, AND PARADOX

Allamurodova Shaxnozabonu Umidulloyevna (Termez State Pedagogical Institute 4th-year student, Faculty of Languages)
Khudoyberdieva Oyjamol Muzaffarovna (Scientific supervisor:)

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Publish Date
07 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study explores the linguistic, semantic, and cognitive mechanisms of irony, antithesis, and paradox in English paremiology. Although phonetic devices such as rhyme, rhythm, and alliteration contribute to the memorability of proverbs, semantic stylistic devices play a more significant role in shaping their philosophical and communicative meaning. The findings reveal that antithesis, irony, and paradox are not merely decorative features, but important stylistic mechanisms that help proverbs express cultural wisdom, moral judgment, and practical experience in a concise form.

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International Journal of Literature and Language Studies
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ijlls

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Jakarta International University

Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

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The mission of the International Journal of Literature and Language Studies (IJLLS) is to provide readers with the development of language studies in linguistics and literature. In addition to manuscripts that center on the study, we welcome manuscripts on a wide range of topics relating to the ...