figurative language

language used creatively to imply another meaning or evolve emotion!

engages the 5 sense to crate an accurate image in the mind of the reader. It creates an emotional connection to the story.

human attributes and qualities are given to nonhuman or inanimate objets

extream exaggeration. It is used to make a point. It is not intended to be belivable. (from the greek word for "excess")

a comparison between two unlike things using "like" or "as"

a comparison between two unlike things WITHOUT using "like" or "as"

words that are created to mimic sounds

a repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words