Literary Devices

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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' to make a description more emphatic or vivid.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is the naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it, such as 'buzz' or 'sizzle'.

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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', suggesting they are alike in a significant way.

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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, such as 'I have a million things to do today'.

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What is imagery?

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Imagery represents objects, actions, and ideas in such a way that it appeals to our physical senses, creating a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

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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.

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What is allusion?

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Allusion is a brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance.

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What is allegory?

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Allegory is a narrative that uses characters and events to symbolize a deeper moral or political meaning.

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What is irony?

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Irony is a literary device where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning, often highlighting a contrast between expectation and reality.

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What is symbolism?

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Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities, where a symbol stands for something beyond its literal meaning.