A
a quick reference to a famous person, place, thing, or event
Allusion
a common phrase or expression in which the meaning of the phrase is completely different from the literal meaning of the phrase
Idiom
when writers use words that appeal to some of the human senses – sight, touch, taste, smell, and sound. It often paints vivid pictures in the reader’s mind
Imagery
using exaggeration to highlight or make a point of something, like a description or a feeling
Hyperbole
an indirect comparison between two things without using like or as
Metaphor
an expression where two opposite or contradictory terms appear together
Oxymoron
when an idea, animal, or natural feature is given human characteristics or traits
Personification
a play on words that often use similar-sounding words with different meanings to produce a fun phrase
Pun
a direct comparison between two things and it must contain the words “like” or “as”
Simile
when a physical symbol is used to represent an abstract concept, feeling, or quality
Symbolism
the repetition of an initial consonant sound of a series of words
Alliteration
when the sound something makes is reproduced as a written word
Onomatopoeia
I wish I could just wave a magic wand and all my chores would be done.
Is an example of what figurative language?
Allusion (Cinderella)
Break a leg!
Is an example of what figurative language?
Idiom
I've told you a million times!
Is an example of what figurative language?
Hyperbole
The test was a piece of cake.
Is an example of what figurative language?
Metaphor
The wind howled in the night.
Is an example of what figurative language?
Personification
What did the house wear to the prom? Address.
Is an example of what figurative language?
Pun
My sister can run fast like a cheetah.
Is an example of what figurative language?
Simile
Four-leaf clover = good luck
Is an example of what figurative language?
Symbolism
Polly's prancing pony performed perfectly.
Is an example of what figurative language?
Alliteration
Drip.
Is an example of what figurative language?
Onomatopoeia
The front gate squeaked when we entered. The floors creaked as we slowly explored the house, confused by the strange smells of fresh baked cookies and dust.
Is an example of what figurative language?
Imagery
small crowd
Is an example of what figurative language?
Oxymoron
Imagery uses your 5 senses to create an picture in the reader's mind. What are your 5 senses?
Sight, Smell, Taste, Touch, Sound