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Vocabulary Entry
trope
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A common or overused theme or device in literature, art, or conversation.
Example Sentences
"The hero’s journey is a classic trope found in many fantasy novels."
"She tired of the romantic comedy trope that always ended with a big kiss."
"In science fiction, the time travel trope is often explored in various ways."
V
verb
To use a particular trope in a narrative or artistic context.
Example Sentences
"The filmmaker tropes familiar elements in her new movie."
"Writers often trope their favorite clichés to add humor."
"They decided to trope the classic love story with a modern twist."