As a lexical definition, H. L. Mencken's definition "Democracy is the art of running the circus from the monkey cage" may be criticized as:
A) Being too narrow.
B) Being circular.
C) Being too broad.
D) Being negative.
E) Being figurative.

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The definition is figurative because it uses metaphorical language to describe democracy, rather than providing a literal or precise explanation.

As a Lexical Definition, H