21-40 Flashcards
Connotation
Implied or suggested meaning of a word because of its association in the reader’s mind
Consanace
Repetition of identical constant sounds within two or more words in close proximity; it can also be seen in compound words
Conundrum
A riddle whose answer is or involves a pun; it may also be a paradox or difficult problem
Deduction
The process of moving from a general rule to a specific example
Denotation
The literal meaning of a word
Description
The picturing in word of something or someone through detailed observation of color, motion, sound, taste, smell, and touch; one of the four modes of discourse
Diction
Word choice, an element of style; creates tone, attitude, and style, as well as meaning
Didactic
Writing whose purpose is to instruct or teach; usually formal and focuses on moral or ethical concerns; may be fictional or non fictional that teaches a specific lesson or moral or provides a model of correct behavior or thinking
Discourse
Spoken or written language, including literary works; the four traditionally classified modes are description, exposition, narration, and persuasion
Dissonance
Harsh or grating sounds that do not go together
Dramatic Irony
When the reader is aware of an inconsistency between a fictional or nonfictional character’s perception of a situation and the truth of that situation
Emotional Appeal
When a writer appeals to the readers’ emotions (often through pathos) to excite and involve them in the argument
Epigraph
The use of a quotation at the beginning of a work that hints at it’s theme
Ethical Appeal
When a writer tries to persuade The audience to respect and believe him or her based on a presentation of image of self through the text; repuation is sometimes a factor, but in all cases the aim is to gain the audiences confidence
Euphemism
A more acceptable and usually more pleasant wat of saying something that might be inappropiate or uncomfortable; often used to obscure the reality of a situation
Euphony
A succession of harmonious sounds used in poetry or prose; the opposite of cacophany
Example
An individualistic instance taken to be representative of a general pattern; arguing by this is considered reliable if they are demonstrable true or factual as well as relavant
Explication
The art of interpreting or discovering the meaning of a text; usually involves close reading and special attention to figurative language
Exposition
The immediate revelation to the audience of the setting and other background information necessary for the understanding of the plot; one of the four modes of discourse
Extended Metaphor
A sustained comparison, often referred to as a conceit; developed throughout a piece of writing
Consonance
Fulfill, Pingpong/ Boost, best
Denotation
Fork- fork
Description
Small, tall, smelly
Dramatic Irony
Romeo and Juliet- the reader knows that Juliet is not really dead but Romeo thinks she is
