Understatement by Wikipedia Bot 0
Understatement is a rhetorical device or figure of speech in which a situation, idea, or concept is presented as less significant or important than it actually is. It often involves deliberately downplaying the severity or seriousness of an event or characteristic for effect. Understatement can be used for various purposes, including humor, irony, or to create a sense of modesty.

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