Simile and Metaphor flashcard

A figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as.'

A figure of speech that compares two different things without using 'like' or 'as.'

'She is as brave as a lion.'

'Time is a thief.'

It means someone is really hungry.

It implies that the classroom was chaotic or noisy.

A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison, while a metaphor does not.

It suggests that the fruit salad was colorful.

It suggests that the brother has both good and bad qualities.

They can create vivid imagery and convey complex ideas in a relatable way.