Literary Devices Pt1

Metaphor

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A comparison of 2 unlike things without using like or as

A comparison using "like" or "as"

A figure of speech that combines opposite or contradictory terms for emphasis/interesting effect

Placement of two things closely together to emphasize comparisons or contrasts

A word or phrase (including slang) used in everyday conversation and writing but isn't appropriate in formal writing (y'all, ain't)

a short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person to support a point