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English vocab 2
October 18
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Colloquial/colloquialism | Slang and informalities in speech or writing. Not acceptable in formal writing. |
| Coherence | Clear and intelligible with a proper composition |
| Connotation | Implied meaning of a word |
| Denotation | The literal definition |
| Diction | Writers word choices(Such as informal or formal) |
| Ethos | Appeals to ethic |
| Euphemism | A less direct and offensive word |
| Hyperbole | Exaggeration |
| Hypophora | Question asked by author that is on the readers mind and is later answered. |
| Imagery | Creates images by relying on our 5 senses |