Figurative Language Definitions

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Descriptive words that appeal to the senses

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imagery

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An obvious exaggeration to make a point or add excitement

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hyperbole

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Giving human qualities to non-living objects

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personification

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A comparison of two seemingly unlike things

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metaphor

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What is an example of an alliteration? Options: The vase flew off of the shelf. , Powerful pandas punch parrots., The plant liked to fly., I like to eat pie.

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Powerful pandas punch parrots.

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Onomatopoeia

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The use of a word associated with a sound.

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An extreme exaggeration used for effect

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hyperbole

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Language that appeals to the five senses

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Imagery

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What is a simile?

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Comparing two things using like and as

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What is a metaphor?

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Comparing two things without using like and as