Poetry and Figurative Language Terms

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What is tone in poetry?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is imagery?

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Imagery is a literary device that uses descriptive language to create vivid pictures in the reader's mind.

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a figure of speech where the meaning is different from the literal interpretation of the words.

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What is an adage or proverb?

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An adage or proverb is a short, wise saying that offers advice or wisdom, often reflecting cultural beliefs.

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What is hyperbole?

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

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the natural sound of a thing, like 'buzz' or 'sizzle'.

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words, like 'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers'.

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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 without using 'like' or 'as'.

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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 'like' or 'as'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.