english language Flashcards
(6 cards)
what is the figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing to another using as or like ?
A simile
what is the figure of speech where a word or phrase is used to describe something by saying its something else like ‘is’ ?
A metaphor
what is the word that is used for the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect ?
A juxtaposition
what is the definition of personification ?
the attribution of a personal nature or human characteristics to something non-human, or the representation of an abstract quality in human form.
what is the definition of onomatopoeia ?
the formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named ( e.g cuckoo)
how can you make your speech better ?
making eye contact and use good body language such as hand gestures
