English deck 3 Flashcards
HW (12 cards)
What does semantic field mean?
A semantic field is a group of words that are related in meaning because they all belong to the same category or are associated with a particular topic or idea.
What does denotations mean?
Denotations are the literal, dictionary definitions of words the straightforward meanings without any emotions, associations, or implied ideas.
What does anthropomorphism mean?
Anthropomorphism is when human characteristics, emotions, or behaviors are given to animals, objects, or non-human beings, especially in a literal or physical way.
What does double entendre mean?
A double entendre is a phrase or sentence that has two meanings — one is usually straightforward or innocent, and the other is often humorous, ironic, or suggestive
What does heroic couplet mean?
A heroic couplet is a pair of rhyming lines written in iambic pentameter (ten syllables per line, with a da-DUM rhythm), often used in epic or narrative poetry.
What does Volta mean?
A volta is a turn or shift in thought, mood, or argument in a poem — especially in a sonnet.
What does caesura mean?
A caesura is a pause or break within a line of poetry, often marked by punctuation like a comma, dash, or full stop. It creates a natural pause in the rhythm and can add emphasis or tension.
What does anaphora mean?
Anaphora is a literary technique where a word or phrase is repeated at the beginning of successive lines, sentences, or clauses. It’s used to create emphasis, rhythm, and a strong emotional effect.
What does diction mean?
Diction means the choice of words a writer or speaker uses. It affects the tone, mood, and clarity of a text.
What does an unreliable narrator mean?
An unreliable narrator is a narrator whose version of events cannot be fully trusted — either because they are lying, biased, mentally unstable, or lack full understanding of what’s happening.
What does plosive mean?
A plosive is a type of speech sound (also called a “stop consonant”) produced by blocking and then suddenly releasing air in the mouth. These sounds create a sharp, forceful burst of sound.
What does sibilance mean?
Sibilance is the repetition of soft consonant sounds, typically “s,” “sh,” “z,” or “zh”, in close proximity within a sentence or phrase. It creates a hissing or hushing effect and is often used to enhance the mood, rhythm, or tone of a poem or piece of writing.
