12 Types of Figurative Language Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is a simile?

Exaggeration of speech

A figure of speech that means the opposite

A comparison using like or as (correct)

Giving an object human properties

What is a metaphor?

A figure of speech that is applied to a word not literally.

What is personification?

Giving an object or animal human properties.

What is onomatopoeia?

Words that make a connection with their sound because of the name. Signup and view all the answers

What is an oxymoron?

Figure of speech that contradicts the usual meaning. Signup and view all the answers

What is hyperbole?

Exaggerations of speech that aren't serious. Signup and view all the answers

What is an allusion?

A way to bring something to mind without it being obvious. Signup and view all the answers

What is an idiom?

A group of words not meaning what they say typically. Signup and view all the answers

What is imagery?

Using places, people, or things to further represent things in a story. Signup and view all the answers

What is symbolism?

Using something relevant to represent something else important in a story. Signup and view all the answers

What is alliteration?

Recurring letter or sound in a sentence. Signup and view all the answers

What is irony?

Using language that means the opposite making it funny. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Figurative Language

Simile
- Makes a comparison between two unlike things using "like" or "as."
Metaphor
- Applies a word or phrase to an object or action in a way that is not literally applicable; suggests a direct comparison.
Personification
- Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities, such as animals or objects.
Onomatopoeia
- Words that phonetically imitate the sounds they describe, creating a direct auditory connection.
Oxymoron
- A figure of speech that juxtaposes contradictory terms, highlighting a paradox.
Hyperbole
- Deliberate and extravagant exaggeration used for emphasis or humor, not meant to be taken literally.
Allusion
- An indirect reference to a person, event, or literary work, evoking deeper meaning without explicit mention.
Idiom
- A phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning differing from its literal interpretation, often culturally specific.
Imagery
- Descriptive language that evokes sensory experiences, painting vivid pictures of people, places, or actions in the reader's mind.
Symbolism
- The use of symbols to signify ideas and qualities, representing something beyond its literal sense in a narrative.
Alliteration
- The repetition of the same consonant sounds at the beginning of closely connected words, creating rhythm and emphasis.
Irony
- A rhetorical device where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning, often used for humorous or emphatic effect.

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Explore the fascinating world of figurative language with these flashcards. Each card introduces a different type of figurative language such as similes, metaphors, and personification, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of literary devices. Perfect for students looking to improve their language skills!