Simile or Metaphor
She smells like a rose.
Simile- the word "like" is used to compare the girl's smell to a rose.
What does the prefix re- mean?
again
What does the suffix -ful mean?
full of
Give the definition for both:
play (noun)
play (verb)
play (noun)- a piece of writing performed by actors in a theater or on television or radio
play (verb)- things that people, especially children, do for pleasure rather than as work
Define both (listen to the difference in pronunciation):
bow (noun)
bow (verb)
bow (noun)- a knot tied with two loops and two loose ends, used especially for tying shoelaces and decorative ribbons
or
a weapon for shooting arrows, typically made of a curved piece of wood whose ends are joined by a taut string
bow (verb)- bend the head or upper part of the body as a sign of respect, greeting, or shame.
The river is dry as a bone.
Simile- The word "as" is used to compare the river's dryness to the dryness of a bone.
What does the word preheat mean?
To heat before
What does the suffix -less mean?
Without
Give the definition for both:
duck (noun)
duck (verb)
duck (noun)- a common bird that lives on or near water and has short legs, webbed feet
duck (verb)- lower the head or the body quickly to avoid a blow or so as not to be seen
dove (noun)
dove (verb)
dove (noun)- a stocky seed- or fruit-eating bird with a small head, short legs, and a cooing voice
dove (verb)- plunged headfirst into water
My head is spinning with ideas.
Metaphor- The head isn't actually spinning. This phrase compares two like ideas without using "like," "as," or "similar to."
What does the prefix im- mean?
not
What does the word joyful mean?
Full of joy.
Define both:
watch (noun)
watch (verb)
watch (noun)- a portable timepiece designed to be worn (as on the wrist) or carried in the pocket
watch (verb)- to look at somebody/something for a time, paying attention to what happens
Define both (listen to the difference in pronunciation):
close (verb)
close (adjective)
close (verb)- move or cause to move so as to cover an opening.
close (adjective)- a short distance away or apart in space or time.
He has a bubbly personality.
Metaphor- This phrase is comparing the boy's personality to bubbles without using "like," "as," or "similar to."
What does the word disapprove mean?
To not approve.
What does the word farmer mean?
Someone who farms.
Define both:
rock (noun)
rock (verb)
rock (noun)- a large mass of stone forming a cliff, promontory, or peak
rock (verb)- to move back and forth in or as if in a cradle
Define both (listen to the difference in pronunciation):
lead (noun)
lead (verb)
lead (noun)- the initiative in an action; an example for others to follow.
lead (verb)- cause (a person or animal) to go with one by holding them by the hand, a halter, a rope, etc. while moving forward.
I am like a fish out of water.
Simile- This comparison uses the word "like" to the feeling of a fish being removed from water.
What does the word mismatch mean?
To match wrong.
What does the word helpless mean?
Without help.
Define both:
pen (noun)
pen (noun)
pen (noun)- an implement for writing or drawing with ink or a similar fluid
pen (noun)- a small enclosure for animals
Define both (listen to the difference in pronunciation):
present (noun)
present (verb)
present (noun)- a thing given to someone as a gift.
or
the period of time now occurring.
present (verb)- give or award formally or ceremonially.
You are my sunshine.
Metaphor- This phrase uses a comparison without "like," "as," or "similar to."
What does the word impossible mean?
Not possible
What does the word washable mean?
Able to wash.
lying (verb)
lying (verb)
lying (verb)- to be in or assume a horizontal or resting position on a supporting surface
lying (verb)- telling a lie or lies
Define both (listen to the difference in pronunciation):
wound (noun)
wound (verb)
wound (noun)-an injury to living tissue caused by a cut, blow, or other impacts, typically one in which the skin is cut or broken
wound (verb)- moved or made a twist or spiral.