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
Boundless
Unlimited or immense
Tranquil
Free from disturbance; calm
Hectic
Full of incessant or frantic activity
Bittersweet
Emotion of both happy and sad
Morose
Sullen and ill-tempered
Hasty
Done or acting with excessive speed or urgency; hurried
Incoherent
Expressed in an incomprehensible or confusing way; unclear
Enthusiastic
having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval
Contraction
two words made shorter by placing an apostrophe where letters have been omitted
