Figurative Language Techniques

2. A comparison between two things stating one thing IS another thing.
6. A contradictory statement that does have a little bit of truth in it.
8. Funny or sarcastic language that generally the opposite of what the author truly wants to share.
10. The same consonant sound is repeated in nearby words, most often at the beginning of the words.
11. Giving human characteristics to nonhuman objects.
13. Vowel sounds are repeated in nearby words.
14. A comparison between two things that uses the words "like" or "as."

1. A part is used to represent the whole OR the whole is used to represent the parts.
3. Two words that are opposites are used to describe one thing.
4. A way to talk about topics that would otherwise be taboo or unpleasant to discuss.
5. Words that mimic the sounds or actions they are describing.
6. A play on words with multiple meanings; meant to be funny.
7. An extreme exaggeration to make a point.
9. A reference to something famous or well known to make a point.
12. The same words or phrases are repeated several times in a row.