simile
what is a figure of speech that makes a comparison, showing similarities between two different things?
simile
what is a direct comparison?
metaphor
is a figure of speech that makes an implicit, implied, or hidden comparison between two things that are unrelated, but which share
some common characteristics.
metaphor
a resemblance of two
contradictory or different objects is made based on a single or some common
characteristics.
personification
is a figure of speech in which a thing - an idea or
an animal - is given human attributes.
idiom
refers to a set expression or a phrase comprising two or more words.
idiom
__________ is an expression that is not interpreted literally
idiom
is interpreted in a figurative
sense.
ontomontopia
pronounced on-uh-mat-uh-pee-uh, is defined as a word which imitates the natural sounds of a thing
ontomontopia
phrase is a combination of an adjective proceeded by a noun with contrasting meanings
(pretty ugly sweater)
Hyperbole
what is derived from a Greek word meaning "over casting
hyperbole
a figure of speech that involves an exaggeration of ideas for the sake of emphasis
allusion
is a brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, culture, literary, or political significance
figurative language
is using words or expressions to convey a meaning other than the literal interpretation
figurative language
what is used to appeal to your senses
alliteration
is a sound device ex: she sells seashells by the seashore