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Literary Devices and Techniques

The methods and tools used by authors to convey meaning, create tone, and engage readers, including elements such as humor, irony, and figurative language, which can be found in various forms of literature, such as poetry and short stories

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Literary devices are essential tools that writers use to enhance their storytelling and convey deeper meanings. By employing techniques such as metaphors, similes, and personification, authors can create vivid imagery and evoke emotions in their readers. Understanding these devices allows readers to...

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Key Terms

Metaphor
A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

Example: Time is a thief.

Simile
A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

Example: Her smile was like sunshine.

Personification
Attributing human characteristics to non-human objects or abstract ideas.

Example: The wind whispered through the trees.

Alliteration
The repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words.

Example: She sells seashells by the seashore.

Symbolism
Using symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

Example: A dove symbolizes peace.

Imagery
Descriptive language that appeals to the senses.

Example: The golden sun set over the calm, blue ocean.

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Key Concepts

metaphorsimilealliterationpersonification