Hyperbole meaning

exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

to exaggerate what you mean or emphasize a point

a way of speaking that make something sound much bigger, better, smaller or worse

functions as an intensifier

Hyperbole is often used for emphasis or effect of something 

Synonyms 

  • exaggeration
  • overstatement
  • magnification
  • amplification
  • embroidery
  • embellishment
  • overplaying
  • excess