Literary Devices

A short, interesting, or funny story about a real event, often used to make a point.

A reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of art, literature, or history.

A writing or speaking technique where things are grouped in threes for impact or rhythm.

Repeating the same beginning sound in a series of words.

Repeating the same vowel sound inside words close together.

Comparing two things by saying one thing is another.

Comparing two things using like or as.

Giving human qualities or actions to non-human things.

An exaggeration used for emphasis or effect.

Using words that appeal to the senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch) to create a picture in the reader’s mind.