Key Terms 11-20

Question 0

The use of slang or informalities in speech or writing

Answer 0

Colloquial/ Colloquialism

Question 1

A grammatical unit that contains both a subject and a verb. Independent or dependent clause.

Answer 1

Clause

Question 2

A fanciful expression, usually in the form of an external metaphor or surprising analogy between seemingly dissimilar objects.

Answer 2

Conceit

Question 3

The nonliteral, associative meaning of a word; the implied, suggested meaning

Answer 3

Connotation

Question 4

The strict, literal, dictionary definition of a word, devoid of any emotion, attitude, or color.

Answer 4

Denotation

Question 5

Related to style, diction refers to the writer’s word choices, especially with regard to their correctness,clearness or effectiveness.

Answer 5

Diction

Question 6

Didactic works have the primary aim of teaching or instructing, especially the teaching of moral or ethical principles.

Answer 6

Didactic

Question 7

A more agreeable or less offensive substitute for generally unpleasant words or concepts.

Answer 7

Euphemism

Question 8

A metaphor developed at great length, occurring frequently in or throughout a work.

Answer 8

Extended Metaphor

Question 9

Writing or speech that is not intended to carry literal meaning and is usually meant to be imaginative and vivid.

Answer 9

Figurative Language