Other Techniques Flashcards
What is Colloquialism?
The use of informal words, phrases or even slang.
What is Connotation?
Ideas, feelings or associations with words/phrases to add to the suggested meanings of language or imagery.
What is Ellipsis?
A situation that words are left out but the sentence can still be understood; this may be done to create tension, The symbol is …
What is Anaphora?
Repetition of a word or a phrase at the beginning of a sentence/phrase.
What is Antithesis?
A person or thing that is the direct opposite of someone or something else.
What is Foreshadowing?
A hint, warning or indication to future events.
What is Hyperbole?
Exaggeration to create dramatic effect.
What is Irony?
Words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning.
What is Juxtaposition?
Two things being placed together which has a contrasting effect.
What is Oxymoron?
Two contrasting words that are combined for dramatic or comedic effect.
What is the Rule Of 3?
Three adjectives or phrases to emphasise an idea.
What is Sarcasm?
To mock somebody or something.
