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
Ex:
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analogy
[noun]
a comparison between two different things, done to explain the similarities between them
Ex:
She
used
an
analogy
to
explain
how
a
computer
works
like
a
brain
.
assonance
[noun]
the use of similar vowels close to each other in nonrhyming syllables as a literary device
Ex:
Assonance
can
enhance
the
mood
of
a
poem
when
used
effectively
.
euphemism
[noun]
a word or expression that is used instead of a harsh or insulting one in order to be more tactful and polite
Ex:
The
phrase
'
passed away
'
is
a
common
euphemism
for
'
died
,
'
used
to
soften
the
harsh
reality
of
death
.
hyperbole
[noun]
a technique used in speech and writing to exaggerate the extent of something
Ex:
The
comedian
's
routine
was
full
of
hyperbole
,
exaggerating
everyday
situations
to
absurd
proportions
for
comedic
effect
.
metaphor
[noun]
a figure of speech that compares two unrelated things to highlight their similarities and convey a deeper meaning
Ex:
His
writing style
relies
heavily
on
vivid
metaphors
and
imagery
.
personification
[noun]
a literary device where human qualities or characteristics are attributed to non-human entities, objects, or ideas
Ex:
The
author
used
personification
to
describe
the
trees
whispering
in
the
forest
.
simile
[noun]
a word or phrase that compares two things or people, highlighting the similarities, often introduced by 'like' or 'as'
Ex:
Through
the
simile
"
as
brave
as
a
lion
,
"
the
writer
characterizes
the
hero
's
courage
and
valor
in the face of
danger
.
chamber
[noun]
a private room that is mostly used as bedroom
Ex:
She
decorated
her
chamber
with
elegant
curtains
and
antique
furniture
.
sensation
[noun]
a physical perception caused by an outside stimulus or something being in touch with the body
Ex:
The
sensation
of
the
warm
sun
on
her
face
was
comforting
.
on the instant
[phrase]
immediately or without delay
Ex:
He
obeyed
the
command
on
the
instant
,
fearing
the
consequences
.
bent
[adjective]
having a curve or inclination in a specific direction
Ex:
The
old
fence post
was
bent
from
years
of
weathering
and
pressure
.
singular
[adjective]
exceptionally unique or noticeably different from the norm in a good way
Ex:
His
singular
approach
to
leadership
transformed
the
company
.
hue
[noun]
the attribute of color that distinguishes one color from another based on its position in the color spectrum or wheel
Ex:
She
admired
the
deep
blue
hue
of
the
sapphire
in
her
ring
.
to receive
[verb]
to willingly accept or welcome someone or something into one's home or surroundings
Ex:
The
new
neighbors
were
received
with
kindness
by
the
community
,
who
offered
assistance
with
settling in
.
to please
[verb]
to do what one wants or desires, without worrying about the opinions or desires of others
Ex:
She
decided
to
please
herself
and
take
a
relaxing
weekend
getaway
,
regardless of
her
friends
'
plans
.
to wonder
[verb]
to experience a sense of awe or admiration for something
Ex:
During
the
astronomy
class
,
students
wondered
at
the
vastness
of
the
universe
.
to pray
[verb]
to ask or request something politely or earnestly
Ex:
She
prayed
to
be
allowed
to
attend
the
party
,
hoping
her
parents
would
change
their
minds
.
earnestness
[noun]
the quality of being serious, sincere, and focused in attitude or behavior
Ex:
The
speech
was
delivered
with
a
level
of
earnestness
that
moved
the
audience
.
to steal
[verb]
to move in a secretive or sneaky manner
Ex:
The
spy
stole
across
the
border
under
the
cover
of
darkness
.