Word Techniques Flashcards
What is a metaphor
A metaphor directly compares one thing to another for rhetorical effect.
What is sibilance
Using S sounds for effects
Hissing,missing,sneaking,spying
What is a similie
Using ‘like’ or ‘as’ to compare things
“The laughter was LIKE a non stop tornado whooshing around the class”
What is a fricitive
Using F sounds for affetcs
Freezing,Fright,Free,Foe
What is a plosive
Using B or P sounds to create affect
Booming,Pro,Big,Penalise
What is juxtaposition
the idea of placing two things together so we can see the contrast between them
‘All is far in love and war’
What is Alliteration
the occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely together
‘sweet birds sang’”
What is repetition
Using the sane words in sequence
“That is a very, very, very big balloon!”
What is hyperbole
exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally
“I’m so hungry, I could eat a horse,”
What is an oxymoron
An oxymoron is where two words that are typically not associated with one another are used together. For example “cold heat” “bitter sweet”
What is anthropomorphism
Anthropomorphism is when non-human things like animals or objects act human, exhibiting traits such as speech, thoughts, complex emotions, and sometimes even wearing clothes and standing upright.
What is anithesis
Antithesis places two contrasting and polarized sentiments next to each other in order to accent both.
Example: “One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” —Neil Armstrong
What is Colloquialism
Colloquialism is using casual and informal speech, including slang, in formal writing to make dialogue seem more realistic and authentic. It often incorporates respelling words and adding apostrophes to communicate the pronunciation.
Example: “How you doin’?” asked Friends character Joey Tribbiani.
Circumlocution
write lengthily and confusingly on purpose
What is euphemism
A euphemism is a soft and inoffensive word or phrase that replaces a harsh, unpleasant, or hurtful one for the sake of sympathy or civility.
Euphemisms like “passed away” and “downsizing”
