An idiomatic expression is a group of words. that implies something negative about the subject that implies something positive about the subject with a figurative meaning that is different from their lieral meaning with a figurative meaning that is the same as their literal meaning

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.