What is the definition of figurative language?

Answer 1

Figurative language is a part of speech. Examples of figurative language are Similes Metaphors Personification Hyperbole Idioms Alliteration and something else. A simile is when you compare 2 things using like or as. A metaphor is saying that something is something for example we were a herd of wild beasts. Personification is when you give something human characteristics. Hyperbole's are fun they tend to be silly. Idioms is saying something that means something else for example many people say it's raining cats and dogs. It means it is pouring down rain. And last is Alliteration it is saying a group of 3 or more words that start with the same sound for example the Lazy Lions Lounging under the tree

Answer 2

writer or speaker describes something through the use of unusual comparisons, for effect, interest and to make things clearer. The result of using this technique is the creation of interesting images.

Answer 3

Figurative means not literal, but metaphorical.

When you say, "my hands are clean," you may mean that you had no part in a plan, but that doesn't mean you're hands literally have no dirt or grind on them. Your hands are metaphoricallyclean.

Answer 4

Whenever you describe something by comparing it with something else, you are using figurative language. Any language that goes beyond the literal meaning of words in order to furnish new effects or fresh insights into an idea or a subject. The most common figures of speech are simile, metaphor, and alliteration.

Answer 5

Figurative language is used by authors to make a story more interesting. It is the usage of a variety of expressions and symbolism, as opposed to the author just stating the facts plainly.

Answer 6

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