Unfamiliar 2 Flashcards
Simile
A comparison between two things using like or as. EFFECT: to describe vividly.
Metaphor
A direct comparison that says something is something else. EFFECT: to describe vividly.
Extended metaphor
variations of the same comparison used in one piece of writing. EFFECT: to create a linked and complex description.
personification
A comparison where inanimate objects are given human characteristics. EFFECT: to give an object personality.
symbolism.
something that stands for something else.
EFFECT: a universal shortcut to meaning
image/ imagery
Words or groups of words that describe by using the five senses. EFFECT: to create a word picture.
Connotation.
The emotional meaning or mood of a word.
EFFECT: To create mood to influence tone, to persuade
Alliteration.
Repetition of a consonant letter at the start of words. EFFECT: emphasis, creates rhythm and sound effects.
consonance
The repetition of similar sounds within a words or in words near each other. EFFECT: to emphasis, creates rhythm and sound effects.
assonance
Repetition of vowel sounds within a word or words near each other. EFFECT: to emphasis, creates rhythm and sound effects.
onomatopoeia
words who’s sounds resembles the actual sound effect they represent. EFFECT: to create real sound.
Dialogue
converstaion between two or more people, reported as it is said. EFFECT: creates character through voice, reveals relationships.
Direct speech
Spoken words recorded as they are said. EFFECT: creates character through voice, reveals relationships, but can be one person remembering a converasation.
Colloquial language slang
Casual everyday spoken words and phrases, not often grammatically correct.
imperative
A command or instruction. EFFECT: depends on context but often creates personality or tone.
