Choices 2

Caricature

A verbal description, the purpose of which is to exaggerate or distort, for comic effect, a person’s distinctive physical features or other characteristics

Clause

A grammatical unit that contains both a subject and a verb

Colloquialism

The use of slang or informalities in speech or writing

Conceit

A fanciful expression, usually in the form of an extended metaphor or surprising analogy between seemingly dissimilar objects

Connotation

The non-literal, associative meaning if a word; the implied, suggested meaning

Denotation

The strict, literal, dictionary definition of a word, devoid of any emotion, attitude, or color

Diction

Related to style, diction refers to the writer’s word choices, especially with regard to their correctness, clearness, or effectiveness

Didactic

Teaching

Euphemism

A more agreeable or less offensive substitute for a generally unpleasant word or concept

Extended metaphor

A metaphor developed at great length, occuring frequently in or throughout a work

Figurative language

Writing or speech that is not intended to carry literal meaning and is usually meant to be imaginative and vivid

Generic conventions

Traditions for each genre

Genre

The major category into ehich a literary work fits

Homily

Usually means sermon, but more informally can include any serious talk, speech, or lecture involving moral or spiritual advice