Plain or dull writing or expression.

A figure of speech in which two unlike things are explicitly compared.

A figure of speech in which a term or phrase is applied to something.

Pertaining to the senses or sensation.

In accordance with, involving, or being the primary or strict meaning of the word

The nature of or involving a figure of speech

Conversation between two or more persons.

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Writing Term Vocab

Term	Definition
prose	Plain or dull writing or expression.
simile	A figure of speech in which two unlike things are explicitly compared.
metaphor	A figure of speech in which a term or phrase is applied to something.
sensory	Pertaining to the senses or sensation.
literal	In accordance with, involving, or being the primary or strict meaning of the word
figurative	The nature of or involving a figure of speech
dialogue	Conversation between two or more persons.