Figurative Language Essentials

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Metaphor

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A figure of speech that directly compares two unlike things without using "like" or "as."

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Simile

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A figure of speech comparing two unlike things using "like" or "as."

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Personification

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Giving human traits to non-human objects or abstract ideas.

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Sensory Details

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Descriptive language that appeals to the five senses.

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Example of Metaphor

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"Time is a thief."

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Example of Simile

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"Her smile was as bright as the sun."

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Example of Personification

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"The wind whispered through the trees."

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Example of Sensory Detail

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"The aroma of fresh coffee filled the air."

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Purpose of Metaphors

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To create vivid imagery and add depth to writing.

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Purpose of Sensory Details

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To engage readers by making scenes more vivid and relatable.