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• Analogy


  A comparison between things that have similar features
• Analogy


  • The analogy of a mirror was used to explain the concept of reflection
  • An analogy is like a map that helps us navigate through complex ideas
  • An analogy can be used to explain abstract ideas in a more concrete way
• Symbolism


  The use of symbols in art, literature, films, etc.
• Symbolism


  • The butterfly is often chosen for its symbolism of beauty and change
  • Black objects are used as symbolism in many movies to represent evil
  • The author used symbolism through pictures instead of written words
• Personification


  A figure intended to represent an abstract quality
• Personification


  • The super hero was the personification of justice and righteousness
  • The sculpture represents the personification of Victory and Triumph
  • The use of personification in the novel made the objects come to life
  • The entrepreneur was the personification of ambition and Innovation
• Hyperbole


  Exaggerated statements that make something sound much bigger
• Hyperbole


  • It's important to avoid hyperbole when making important decisions
  • The journalist's hyperbole in the article was meant to provoke thought
  • The advertisement used hyperbole to make the product seem irresistible
• Colloquialism


  Informal expressions used in relaxed conversation
• Colloquialism


  • It is important to be aware of the audience when using colloquialism
  • Colloquialism can vary greatly depending on the age group or generation
  • Colloquialism can be seen as a form of linguistic creativity and expression
  • Colloquialism is often used in informal settings such as casual conversations
• Diction


  The choice and use of words in writing or speech
• Diction


  • She had a natural talent for diction and her singing was enchanting
  • We can practice good diction by reading out loud or reciting poetry
  • The student's essay was marked down for poor diction and grammar
  • Diction can vary depending on where we live or our cultural background
• Allegory


  A narrative story that conveys a complex abstract message
• Allegory


  • The artwork is an allegory for the complexity of the human mind
  • The Tale of Two Cities is an allegory about the French Revolution
  • If the allegory were more emotional it would be more expressive
  • The story The Ant and the grasshopper is an allegory about hard work
• Synopsis


  A summary of a longer piece of writing or work
• Synopsis


  • The synopsis of the movie accurately portrayed its plot and theme
  • The headnotes in the novel provided a brief synopsis of each chapter
  • The synopsis of the documentary sheds light on an important social issue
  • The synopsis of the article provided a comprehensive overview of the topic
• Archetype


  A very typical example of a certain person or thing
• Archetype


  • The Explorer archetype is associated with Adventure and Discovery
  • The wise old man archetype is commonly seen in myths and legends
  • The shadow archetype represents the darker aspects of human nature
• Paradox


  A logical puzzle that contradicts itself in a baffling way
• Paradox


  • The paradox of time is that it seems to go so fast yet also so slow
  • The paradox of choice can be overwhelming and lead to indecision
  • It is a paradox that the strongest people often have the softest Hearts
  • The paradox of success is that it can bring both happiness and emptiness
• Folklore


  The traditional beliefs, customs and stories of a community
• Folklore


  • Many famous authors have been inspired by folklore in their writing
  • The legend of Robin Hood has been mythologized in English folklore
  • African folklore is filled with stories of mythical creatures and heroes
  • Folklore can be passed down through oral storytelling or written texts
• Sarcasm


  Speech or writing which actually means the opposite
• Sarcasm


  • He used sarcasm to make a point but it came across as insincere
  • It's common to miscomprehension in the dialogue
  • The play dialogue was filled with biting sarcasm and black humor
• Metaphor


  A figure of speech that is used to make a comparison
• Metaphor


  • Some people believe that hell is a metaphor for a state of mind
  • The writer used an ingenious metaphor to describe the character
  • The difference between a simile and a metaphor is often confused
• Legend


  A traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical
• Legend


  • History remembers him as the legend of a cruel punishment Giver
  • According to Legend the City was destroyed by a great severe flood
  • Cajun Legend suggests that white alligators are a symbol of prosperity
  • According to Legend he escaped by leaping from The Cliffs into the sea
• Irony


  In which real meaning is concealed or contradicted
• Irony


  • Postmodern artists often incorporate irony and parody in their work
  • The audience was on the edge of their seats due to the dramatic irony
  • Figurative language can be used to create a sense of irony or sarcasm
• Fable


  A short tale to teach a moral lesson, often with animals
• Fable


  • The teacher used a well-known Fable in illusion to teach a moral lesson
  • The Fable the torus and the hair is an allegory about perseverance
  • The allegoric nature of the Fable teaches a valuable lesson about morality
• Mythology


  The myths of a particular group or culture
• Mythology


  • His work has led him on the search for modern-day mythologies
  • In Hindu mythology Deo is a symbol of power and Triumph
  • The constellation represents the flying horse of Greek mythology
• Cacophony


  Harsh or unpleasant discordance of sound, dissonance
• Cacophony


  • After the explosion there was a cacophony of ambulance sirens
  • The sound of crashing dishes created a cacophony in the kitchen
  • The party was a cacophony of balloons popping and people talking
  • The busy nightclub was a constant cacophony of music and dancing
• Tragedy


  An event causing great suffering, destruction and distress
• Tragedy


  • Life is a comedy to him who thinks and a tragedy to him who feels
  • This has been a tragedy that has affected our family tremendously
  • The tragedy of life is not so much what men suffer but what they miss
• Jargon


  A special language belonging exclusively to a group
• Jargon


  • His lectures were engaging, coherent and unusually free of jargon
  • The waitresses use unusual jargon when calling out the food orders
  • You need someone to help you cut through all the irritating legal jargon