Literary Terms Flashcard 2024-2025

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Apostrophe

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A figure of speech in which the speaker addresses an object, concept, or person (often absent), who is unable to respond.

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Anti-hero

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The main character in a story who may lack conventional heroic qualities and attributes, such as idealism, courage, and morality.

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Alliteration

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The repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words.

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Cliché

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An expression, idea, or element which has become overused to the point of losing its original meaning, even to the point of being trite or irritating.

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Connotation

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The definition that centers around the emotional response of the word.

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Denotation

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The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.

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Protagonist

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The main character in a story, often facing a conflict that must be resolved.

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Antagonist

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The character, group of characters, or institution that opposes the protagonist or main character.

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Metaphor

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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Simile

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.