Figurative Language Flashcards
What is imagery?
A descriptive technique that appeals to the senses
What is allegory?
An extended-narrative technique where the entire story symbolizes a deeper meaning
What is an analogy?
A comparative technique used for explanation or clarification
What is apostrophe?
A rhetorical device involving direct address
What is euphemism?
Substituting harsh or direct terms with mild or indirect ones
What is symbolism?
Using symbols to represent ideas
What is an understatement?
Intentionally downplaying a situation
Define Euphemism.
The substitution of a mild or less-direct expression for a harsh or blunt one.
Example: “Passed away” instead of “died.”
What is figurative language?
The use of language in a non-literal manner to convey complex meanings and effects. It encompasses all types of figures of speech and other techniques used to create imagery, express ideas in creative ways, and evoke emotions.
What is personification?
Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities or objects.
Example: “The wind whispered through the trees.”
