La literary words

be a warning or indication of (a future event)

place close together for contrasting effect

a comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation

the conclusion that can be drawn from something, although it is not explicitly stated

a manner of writing that shows a certain attitude on the part of the writer in word choices

an expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it; an indirect or passing reference

a widely held but oversimplified image of a particular type of person or thing

the pervading tone or mood of a place, situation, or work of art

the attribution of human characteristics to something nonhuman

the expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect

exaggerated statements not meant to be taken literally

a thing that represents or stands for something else

the literal meaning of a word

an idea or feeling that a word invokes

a statement that leads to a conclusion that seems senseless or self-contradictory

the use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity

a category of literature, characterized by similarities in form, style, or subject matter.

a particular form of a language that is peculiar to a specific region or social group

a phrase or opinion that is overused and betrays a lack of original thought

the formation of a word from a sound

a taunting, sneering or cutting remark

the occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of closely connected words.

a type of language that consists of words and phrases that are regarded as very informal

An expression of a given language that is peculiar to itself grammatically and cannot be understood from the individual meaning of its elements

a play on words

use of figurative language to represent ideas, actions, or ideas

any technique used to help an author achieve his or her purpose

a short saying that expresses a basic truth

set in opposition to show or emphasize differences

a combination of contradictory words