Simile
A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using ‘like’ or ‘as’ to highlight similarities explicitly. Think of the word “simile” as being related to “similar.” This is similar to that. ‘Busy as a bee’ uses … More ☛
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Similitis
If you’ve never heard the word “similitis” before, that’s okay. I made it up. But before you revoke my literary license, consider how many people like use the word “like” in like almost everything they say! A simile means to … More ☛
Speaking Vocabulary
Words and Terms related to speaking and speechwriting: Adynaton [ad-uh-NAY-ton]: A form of hyperbole in which the exaggeration is so extreme as to be impossible “You will sooner find a donkey flying than see me agree to that deal.” Allegory … More ☛