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Coherence
a principle demanding that the parts of any composition be arranged so thatthe meaning of the whole may be immediately clear and intelligible.
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Connotation
the non-literal, associative meaning of a word; the implied, suggestedmeaning. May involve ideas, emotions, or attitudes.
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Denotation
the strict, literal, dictionary definition of a word, devoid of any emotion,attitude, or color.
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Diction
related to style, diction refers to the writer’s word choices, especially withregard to their correctness, clearness, or effectiveness.
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Didactic
from the Greek, didactic literally means “teaching.” Didactic works havethe primary aim of teaching or instructing, especially the teaching of moral or ethicalprinciples.
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Euphemism
a more agreeable or less offensive substitute for a generally unpleasantword or concept.
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Exposition
in essays, the purpose of exposition is to explain something. In drama theexposition is introductory material, which creates tone, gives the setting, and introducesthe characters and conflict.
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Extended Metaphor
a metaphor developed at great length, occurring frequently in orthroughout a work.
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Figurative Language
writing or speech that is not intended to carry literal meaning andis usually meant to be imaginative and vivid.
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Figure of Speech
a device used to produce figurative language. Many comparedissimilar things.
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Homily
this term literally means “sermon,” but more informally it can include anyserious talk, speech, or lecture involving moral or spiritual advice.
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Hyperbole
a figure of speech using deliberate exaggeration or overstatement.Hyperboles often produce a comic effect or irony; however, a serious effect is possible.
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