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Comparing two objects using like or as.
Simile
Martin had to decide whether to use the cheat sheet his friend slipped him or fail on his own merit.
Character v. Self or Internal
She was an intelligent, ambitious, and highly organized student.
Direct
Using extreme exaggeration.
Hyperbole
A vivid description that taps into the five senses
Imagery
The headlights stared intently into the inky blackness of the road, patiently waiting for the driver to make a move.
Personification
A stranded hiker, low on supplies, battles a sudden blizzard on an exposed mountain ridge.
Character v. Nature Conflict
He always made sure to leave a substantial tip, even for a quick cup of coffee, and often offered to pay for his friends' meals.
Indirect: generous
When a character's personality is revealed either directly or through their appearance, words, actions, thoughts and effect on others
Characterization
The golden sun peeked over the silvery rim of the distant mountains.
Imagery
A determined young athlete openly defies her tyrannical coach, who demands absolute obedience and threatens to bench her if she doesn't follow his outdated training regimen.
Character v. Character Conflict
The old man was a miserly and bitter individual, known for his refusal to help anyone
Direct
The repetition of words or phrases for emphasis
Repetition
An internal struggle or dilemma faced by a character
character v. self conflict
It was so cold outside, I thought I would die.
Hyperbole
A disbelieving detective must confront the vengeful ghost of a murdered actress who insists only he can solve her case.
Character v. Supernatural Conflict
Her voice trembled as she introduced herself, and she avoided eye contact, fidgeting with the hem of her shirt
Indirect: nervous
The problem or struggle that needs to be resolved in the story
Conflict
The term for using words in a way other than their literal (or dictionary) meaning to give the reader a better description/understanding of what is happening in the story or poem. Includes similes, metaphors, personification and hyperbole.
Figurative Language
My English teacher is a real demon.
Metaphor
A lone inventor struggles to introduce free energy technology to a world controlled by powerful fossil fuel corporations that suppress innovation to make more money.
Character v. Society Conflict
He secretly scoffed at the ideas presented by his colleagues, convinced his own solution was undeniably superior.
indirect: arrogant