alliteration
[noun]
the use of the same letter or sound at the beginning of the words in a verse or sentence, used as a literary device
analogy
[noun]
a comparison between two different things, done to explain the similarities between them
assonance
[noun]
the use of similar vowels close to each other in nonrhyming syllables as a literary device
euphemism
[noun]
a word or expression that is used instead of a harsh or insulting one in order to be more tactful and polite
hyperbole
[noun]
a technique used in speech and writing to exaggerate the extent of something
metaphor
[noun]
a figure of speech that compares two unrelated things to highlight their similarities and convey a deeper meaning
personification
[noun]
the practice of attributing human characteristics to abstract ideas, objects, etc. in literature or art
simile
[noun]
a word or phrase that compares two things or people, highlighting the similarities, often introduced by 'like' or 'as'
chamber
[noun]
a room used for a specific purpose, often with a particular function, such as a private space for sleeping or a meeting room for formal discussions
sensation
[noun]
a physical perception caused by an outside stimulus or something being in touch with the body
bent on
[adjective]
determined or fully committed to pursuing a particular course of action
hue
[noun]
the attribute of color that distinguishes one color from another based on its position in the color spectrum or wheel
to receive
[verb]
to willingly accept or welcome someone or something into one's home or surroundings
earnestness
[noun]
the quality of being serious, sincere, and genuine in one's thoughts, words, or actions
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