Figurative Language and Irony

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language is a form of expression that uses words or phrases in a way that deviates from their literal interpretation to convey complex meanings, create imagery, or evoke emotions.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words 'like' or 'as' to highlight similarities.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to non-human objects or abstract concepts.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis.

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What is irony?

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Irony is a literary device where the intended meaning is different from the actual meaning, often highlighting a contrast between expectations and reality.

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What is situational irony?

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Situational irony occurs when there is a contrast between what is expected to happen and what actually happens.

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What is verbal irony?

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Verbal irony is when a speaker says one thing but means another, often the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect.

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What is dramatic irony?

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Dramatic irony is a situation in a narrative where the audience knows more about the events than the characters, creating tension or humor.

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What is an example of a simile?

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An example of a simile is: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'