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Figurative Language

Figurative Language. Metaphor: . A metaphor is a comparison made between things which are not alike. It is similar to a simile, but does not use like or as. Example: “Nobody invites Edward to parties because he is a wet blanket.”. Simile:.

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Figurative Language

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  1. Figurative Language

  2. Metaphor: • A metaphor is a comparison made between things which are not alike. It is similar to a simile, but does not use like or as. • Example: “Nobody invites Edward to parties because he is a wet blanket.”

  3. Simile: • A simile is a comparison that often uses the words like or as.  • Example: “Nathan runs as fast as the wind.”

  4. Hyperbole: • Exaggerating, often in a humorous way, to make a particular point is known as hyperbole. • Example: “My eyes widened at the sight of the mile-high ice cream cones we were having for dessert.”

  5. Onomatopoeia: • When you name an action by imitating the sound associated with it, this is known as onomatopoeia. • Example: “The bees buzz angrily when their hive is disturbed.”

  6. Personification: • When something that is not human is given human-like qualities, this is known as personification. • Example: “The leaves danced in the wind on the cold October afternoon.”

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