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Figurative Language

Key Terms and Definitions

TermDefinition
SIMILE compares two things using LIKE or AS
METAPHOR compares two things without using like or as; often says something is or was another
PERSONIFICATION giving human characteristics to non human things
ONOMATOPOEIA sound words that are pronounced as they sound
ALLITERATION repeating consonant sounds in sentences or phrases
HYPERBOLE extreme exaggerations
FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation.
LITERAL LANGUAGE the author is simply stating the facts as they are
IDIOM word or phrase which means something different from its literal meaning
ALLUSION a figure of speech that makes a reference to a place, person, or event. This can be real or imaginary and may refer to anything, including fiction, folklore, historical events, or religious manuscripts.
ASSONANCE repetition of vowel sounds in phrases
OXYMORON when two words are put together that have opposite meanings.
PUN a corny, bad joke that plays with word meanings.
PROVERB A figure of speech in which a bit of wisdom is given. They also often give advice or express truths.
UNDERSTATEMENT an expression with less strength than expected.
IRONY a common technique used by writers to create an outcome that is opposite from what was expected.
Created by: adasinger
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