La literary words

Foreshadow

Foreshadow

be a warning or indication of (a future event)

Juxtaposition

place close together for contrasting effect

Analogy

a comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation

Implication

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

Tone

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

Allusion

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

Stereotype

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

Atmosphere

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

Personification

the attribution of human characteristics to something nonhuman

Irony

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

Hyperbole

exaggerated statements not meant to be taken literally

Symbol

a thing that represents or stands for something else

Denotation

the literal meaning of a word

Connotation

an idea or feeling that a word invokes

Paradox

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

Satire

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

Genre

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

Dialect

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

Cliche

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

Onomatopoeia

the formation of a word from a sound

Sarcasm

a taunting, sneering or cutting remark

Alliteration

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

Slang

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

Idiom

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

Pun

a play on words

Imagery

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

Literary Device

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

Proverb

a short saying that expresses a basic truth

Contrast

set in opposition to show or emphasize differences

Oxymoron

a combination of contradictory words