Figurative Language

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is a literary device that uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It enhances writing by adding depth and creativity.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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Example of personification: 'The wind whispered through the trees.' What does this mean?

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This means that the wind is described as if it can whisper, giving it human-like qualities.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other.

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Example of a metaphor: 'Time is a thief.' What does this imply?

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This implies that time steals moments from our lives, suggesting that it passes quickly and takes away opportunities.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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Example of a simile: 'Her smile was like sunshine.' What does this suggest?

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This suggests that her smile brings warmth and happiness, similar to the effect of sunshine.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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Example of hyperbole: 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse.' What does this mean?

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This means the person is very hungry, but it is an exaggeration and not meant to be taken literally.

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What is an example of a metaphor in literature?

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An example is 'The world is a stage,' which suggests that life is like a performance.