Definitions of phrases

• What is a Similie?

  A contrast of words with "like... as.."
• What is an Imperative?

  A commanding word
• What is Personification?

  Attributing human characteristics or qualities to non-human things.
• What is Plosive?

  Pronunciation of words with the letters "p, t, k, b, d, g", use of sounds. (eg tongue twisters)
• What is Monosyllabic?

  One syllable.
• What is Sibilance?

  Repetition of "s" sounds.
• What is an Abstract Noun?

  Words that you can't feel or touch
• What is Hyperbole?

  Exaggeration.
• Define the term "Adjective"

  A describing word.
• Define the term "verb"


  A doing word.
• Define the term "Adverb"

  A word/phrase that modifies the meaning of an adjective or verb (expressing manner, space, time, or degree).
• Define the term "Onomatopoeia"

  The formation of a word to form a sound (CRASH! BANG! POW!)
• Define the term "Anecdote"

  A personal story
• What is "Dramatic Irony"

  The audience knows what's happening before the characters
• What is a "foil" character?


  The opposite characteristics of another person (E.g Scrooge is a foil character to Fezziwig, as he is cold and Fezziwig is bright and fun).