Vocab words for test

Vocab words for test

Hyperbole means exaggerated statements or claims not mean to be taken literally.

Onomatopoeia means the naming of a thing or action by vocal imitation of the sound associated with it.

A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things.

A simile is a type of metaphor that compares two different things using the words such as "like or as".

A connotation is a feeling or idea associated with a word that is different from its literal meaning.

Denotation means the literal or main meaning of a word.

Tone means the general character or attitude of a place piece of writing, situation and ect.

Personification a type of figurative language where an animal or object is given qualities or abilities that only a human can typically have.

En means in or into.

Compare means to examine (two or more objects ideas people and ect.) in order to note the same similarities.

To contrast means to examine (two or more objects)