a construction consisting of an infinitive with an adverb or other word inserted between to and the verb
litotes
a form of understatement that involves making an affirmative point by denying its opposite
blithe
lacking concern or too casually mentioned, could also be carefree
analogy
a comparison of two different things that are similar in some way
loaded diction
any word or phrase that portrays either strong positive or negative connotations primarily used to influence an audience.
anaphora
the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses
aphorism
a concise statement of a truth or principle
caustic
biting in wit
trite
lacking in freshness and effectiveness due to constant use
metaphysics
“Beyond nature,” a literary concept used to describe things beyond the physical--such as the emotional and intellectual states an individual goes through--typically through figurative language and conceits