Definitions

1. noun

A method of argumentation that involves comparing one’s own character or actions to those of one’s opponent, often to deflect criticism or guilt.

“The politician used a syncrisis to shift attention away from his own scandal and focus on his opponent’s past mistakes.”

2. noun

A comparison of two or more things in order to expose their similarities and differences, often used in literature and art.

“The artist’s use of syncrisis in her latest sculpture highlights the parallels between ancient and modern civilizations.”