Vocab Flashcards
Primarily
For the most part; mainly
Metaphor
A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which a word it is not literally applicable
Irony
Expression of ones meaning by using language, normally signifies he opposite
Anecdote
A short amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person
Hyperbole
An exaggeration, not to be taken literally
Motif
A distinctive feature or dominant idea
Figurative meaning
Parting from a different literal use of words; metaphorical
Literal meaning
Making words in their usual or most basic sense without a metaphor or allegory
Tone
Attitude of a place, piece of writing or situation
Mood
The atmosphere or pervading tone of something
Figure of speech
A word or phrase that is used in a non-literal sense for rhetorical or vivid effect
Why do we italicize words?
To emphasize a certain word or phrase
Negate
Make a (clause, sentence or proposition) negative in meaning
Sarcastic
Marked by or given to using irony in order to mock or convey contempt
Expressing something in a mocking way so that everyone knows you mean the opposite
Incongruous
Not in harmony or keeping with the surrounding or aspects of something
