Understanding Literal and Figurative Language

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Literal

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Actual, exact meaning

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Figurative

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Metaphorical or exaggerated meaning

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Example of Figurative Language

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"My backpack weighs a ton."

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Subliminal

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Under the surface, unconscious message not recognized

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Image of Tostitos logo

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Example of a subliminal message in a logo

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Image of a Pepsi can wrapped in a Coca-Cola cape

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Example of a subliminal message in advertising

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Deteriorate

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Become progressively worse

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Regression

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Slipping to an earlier stage of development when faced with stress. Example: Due to the pressure of college, Tom starts sucking his thumb.

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Introspective

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Examining one’s own thoughts and feelings; reflective

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Opportunist

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Person who takes advantage of a situation for personal gain