Literary Devices in Romeo and Juliet

Antithesis exemplifies contrasting ideas, as seen in "Beautiful tyrant, fiend angelical!"
Alliteration enhances rhythm and sound, illustrated by the line, "Did ever dragon dwell in so fair a cave?"
Further antithesis appears with "Dove-feathered raven, wolvish-ravening lamb!" emphasizing opposing traits.

The pun from Sampson showcases clever wordplay regarding "heads" and "maidenheads," indicating sexual innuendo in jest.
Another pun involves a play on words about "carrying coals" and "colliers," highlighting themes of conflict and anger.
Peter's exchange introduces a pun where "fortune in my misery" reflects on reading fate through misfortune.
Lady Capulet humorously connects size and relationships, stating, "Women grow by men," signifying dependence and growth.
Benvolio’s remark about measuring "by what they will" implies a clever play on judging others based on expectations or standards.
Romeo plays with words regarding "dancing shoes" and "soul of lead," expressing his feeling of heaviness despite a festive setting.
Mercutio discusses dreams with a pun on "grave man," foreshadowing deeper themes of mortality and fate.
Juliet contemplates Romeo's fate, stating her anguish at "bare vowel," signifying the weight of a simple affirmation.

Capulet reflects on youth with "And too soon marred are those so early made," emphasizing the fragility of young love.
The Nurse's statement, "I am the drudge and toil in your delight," uses alliteration to underscore her servitude and dedication.

Juliet’s passionate plea to Romeo juxtaposes life and death, yearning for connection, highlighting the intensity of love intertwined with despair.
The layering of puns throughout the dialogue reinforces the complexity and irony of love within the tragic narrative.