Literary Devices

Front

A scene in a story set in a time earlier than the story.

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Flashback

Front

The occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words. Example: Bed Bath and Beyond

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Alliteration

Front

Occurs when opposite ideas are joined together to create an effect. Example: Jumbo shrimp

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Oxymoron

Front

When an object, person, or situation has another meaning other than its literal meaning. Example: A dove representing peace

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Symbolism

Front

Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally. Example: it's raining cats and dogs.

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Hyperbole

Front

A comparison of two unlike things without using "like" or "as." Example: the assignment was a breeze!

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Metaphor

Front

A reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art.

Example: He was a real Romeo with the ladies

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Allusion

Front

A warning or indication of a future event.

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Foreshadowing

Front

Using language that normally signifies the opposite of its intended meaning, typically for humorous or emphatic effect. Example: a large dog named "Tiny."

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Irony

Front

A comparison of two unlike things using "like" or "as."

Example: she is cute as a button!

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Simile