Literary Terms Review

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Euphemism

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A less offensive synonym; a word or phrase used in place of a term that might be considered too direct, harsh, unpleasant, or offensive.

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Mood

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Feeling conveyed to the reader through the story; how the reader feels as he/she reads.

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Hyperbole

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Conscious exaggeration used to heighten effect.

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Symbolism

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A thing, event, or person that represents or stands for some idea or event.

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Onomatopoeia

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Use of a word whose pronunciation suggests its meaning, such as 'buzz,' 'thud,' or 'pop.'

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Tone

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The author's attitude toward the subject, which can influence how the reader interprets the text.

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Imagery

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Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

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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.'

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Alliteration

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The repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words.