VOCAB 2 Flashcards
the use of slang or informalities in speech or writing, as opposed to more formal diction; a conversational, informal, familiar tone, including the use of local or regional dialects
colloquialism
a mode of discourse in which two or more things are discussed by their similarities and/or differences
compare and contrast
a witty or ingenious thought; a diverting or highly fanciful idea, often stated in figurative language
conceit
the suggested or implied meaning of a word or phrase
connotation
repetition of one or more consonant sounds in a group of words or a unit of speech or writing
consonance
an analysis or assessment of a thing or situation for the purpose of determining its nature, limitations, and conformity to a set of standards
critique
using general principles to draw specific definitions, conclusions, and theorems; working from general to specific
deductive reasoning
the dictionary definition of a word
denotation
graphic, exact, and accurate presentation of the characteristics of a person, place, or thing
descriptive detail
the choice of words in spoken or written discourse
diction
having an instructive purpose; intending to convey information or teach a lesson, usually in a dry, pompous manner
didactic
the portion of discourse that wanders or departs from the main subject or topic
digression
a poem or prose selection that laments or mediates on the passing or death of someone or something of value
elegy, elegiac
three periods (…) indicating the omission of words in a thought or quotation
ellipsis
a feeling of association or identification with an object or a person
empathy
