AS Lingo 1 Flashcards
Term
Definition
Metaphor
A figure of speech comparing two unlike things directly, without using like or as, suggesting shared qualities.
Simile
A comparison using like or as to highlight a specific resemblance.
Personification
Assigning human traits, emotions, or intentions to non-human entities.
Alliteration
Repetition of initial consonant sounds for emphasis or effect.
Assonance
Repetition of vowel sounds in words to create internal rhyming or musicality.
Onomatopoeia
Words that imitate the sounds they describe, such as buzz or hiss.
Juxtaposition
Placing two contrasting ideas or images side by side to create dramatic contrast.
Oxymoron
A figure of speech combining contradictory terms, such as deafening silence.
Symbolism
Using symbols to represent deeper meanings or concepts.
Tone
The writer’s or speaker’s attitude toward the subject.
Mood
The emotional atmosphere or feeling evoked in the reader.
Diction
An author’s choice of words, crucial for shaping meaning and tone.
Syntax
The arrangement of words and phrases to form sentences, affecting pace and emphasis.
Connotation
The implied or associative meaning of a word beyond its literal definition.
Denotation
The strict, literal, dictionary definition of a word.
Rhetorical Question
A question posed for effect rather than a direct answer.
Parallelism
Use of similar grammatical structures for balance, clarity, or emphasis.
Enjambment
Continuing a sentence or phrase across a line break in poetry without a pause.
Caesura
A deliberate pause or break in a line of poetry for effect.
Ambiguity
A situation or statement open to multiple interpretations.
Discrepancy
A notable difference or inconsistency between elements or ideas.
Amalgamation
A merging or blending of different elements into one cohesive whole.
Exemplifies
Clearly illustrates or serves as a prime example.
