How It Feels to Be Colored Me

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Irony

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A rhetorical device where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning. In Hurston's essay, irony is used to highlight contrasts in perception and reality.

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Hyperbole

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, often used for emphasis or effect.

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Colloquial Speech

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Informal language or slang used in everyday conversation, reflecting the way people actually speak.

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Understatement

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A figure of speech in which a situation is made to seem less important than it is, often for ironic or humorous effect.

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Metaphor

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as', suggesting they are alike in a significant way.

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Paradox

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A statement that seems contradictory or absurd but may actually be true, often revealing a deeper meaning.

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Provocative Tone

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A tone that is intended to provoke thought, challenge norms, or elicit a strong reaction from the audience.

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Satire

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A genre of literature that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock individuals, institutions, or society.

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Sea Change

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A significant transformation or shift in perspective, particularly in how one is perceived by others.

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Rhetorical Function

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The purpose or effect of a particular piece of writing or speech, often aimed at persuading or informing the audience.