Figurative Language -
What is it?
What is it?
Some Vocabulary
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What is Figurative Language?
A way of expressing oneself that does not use a word's literal or realistic meaning, and often involving comparisons or exaggerations
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The choir at the concert appeared lively; they were smiling, dancing, and seemed like they could sing for hours.
With spirit or enthusiasm.
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My sister acquired lots of star stickers for always being a good student.
To gain something, especially through one's own actions
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Definition: Making a comparison using "like" or "as."
The bunny is as soft as a pillow.
Simile
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There were a copious amount of tacos on Taco Tuesday at school. The school was sure every student got at least two tacos.
An large or great amount of something.
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He was so hungry he devoured his sandwich at lunch.
To eat quickly; to consume recklessly
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Definition: An extreme exaggeration for emphasis.
Ugh! I have 20,000 things to do for homework tonight!
Hyperbole
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The chameleon adapts easily to any change in scenery.:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)/GettyImages-969103888-5c44a97fc9e77c0001901f03.jpg)
To adjust to different conditions or a different environment.
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The student was very obnoxious as the teacher was trying to teach. He was talking when he wasn't supposed to.
To be very annoying.
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Definition: Using words to imitate exactly how something sounds.
Choo-choo, ribbet ribbet, woof woof
Onomatopoeia
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I can't dawdle any longer with my chores because my parents will be home soon!
To waste time; be slow.
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My mom was irate with me when she found out I failed English last semester.
To be very angry or irritable.
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Definition: To compare two things WITHOUT using "like" or "as."
The snow was a white blanket covering the forest.
Metaphor
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My teacher admonished me for arriving late to class for the 3rd time this week.
To warn or to be punished firmly.
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I wanted to elaborate on why I deserved a brand new bicycle, but my mom cut me short.
To add information or details; to expand upon