Question

definition the use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning choose matching term simile metaphor bias irony simile metaphor bias irony

Explanation:

The definition describes using words to convey the opposite of their literal meaning, which is the core characteristic of irony. Simile uses "like" or "as" to compare two things, metaphor directly states a comparison without such words, and bias refers to a preconceived preference or prejudice.

Answer:

○ Irony