Figurative Language
Published on Nov 26, 2015
Figurative Language
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Figurative Language
by Kaleigh Pulliam
hyperbole
an exaggerated statement of figure of speech not to be taken literally
oxymoron
combination of words that have the opposite or very different meaning
simile
compares two things using the words "like" or "as"
metaphor
comparing two things without using "like" or "as"
personification
giving human qualities to objects, ideas, or animals
alliteration
repeating constant sounds
onomatopoeia
words that suggest sounds
repetition
words, lines, or phrases that are repeated
imagery
words or phrases that appeal to physical senses
symbolism
a person, place, or object that stands for something else
irony
surprise difference between what happens and what is expected to happen
Homework
worksheets that are due tomorrow before class!
