Figures of speech

alliteration

Repetition of consonant sounds

hyperbole

A figure of speech that uses exaggeration to express strong emotion, make a point, or evoke humor

metaphor

Compares 2 things as if they were the same without the words "like" or "as"

idiom

phrase that means something very specific

onomatopoeia

A word that imitates the sound it represents.

personification

A figure of speech in which an object or animal is given human feelings, thoughts, or attitudes

simile

A comparison using "like" or "as"

hyperbole

this backpack weighs a ton

simile

He was as blind as a bat.

metaphor

This test is a breeze

alliteration

Go and gather the green leaves

personification

Lightning danced across the sky.

onomatopoeia

thump

simile

This candy is as hard as rock.

metaphor

You are the apple of my eye

alliteration

Mary moved on Monday.

personification

The flame of the candle danced in the dark

hyperbole

I am so hungry I could eat a horse.

idiom

I put my foot in my mouth-meaning I said something I should not have.