English

English, 27.08.2019 22:30, JusSomeRandomGuy

What is the definition of metaphor?
a.
a comparison of two things, usually using like or as; for example, "he ran like greased lightning"
b.
a comparison of two things that does not use like or as; for example, "her eyes are blue pools"
c.
a comparison of one thing to all others; for example, "jupiter is the largest planet"
d.
a comparison of two people; for example, "helen is older than petra"

answer

Answers: 2

Show answers

Similar questions

Предмет

Arts, 08.07.2019 12:00, emmalouh5986

Which is the best definition of metaphor? a. an indirect comparison that uses the words like or as; for example, "you're as pretty as a picture" b. a direct comparison between two unlike things; for example, "my tongue is sandpaper" c. a comparison between two things that are closely related; for example, "gorillas are larger than chimpanzees" d. an unusual comparison that is meant to be funny; for example, "my uncle looks just like a sweet potato"

Answers: 2

Предмет

English, 15.07.2019 00:50, heavenmckissack21

What is the definition of metaphor? a. a comparison of one thing to all others; for example, "jupiter is the largest planet" b. a comparison of two people; for example, "helen is older than petra" c. a comparison of two things that does not use like or as; for example, "her eyes are blue pools" d. a comparison of two things, usually using like or as; for example, "he ran like greased lightning"

Answers: 2

Предмет

English, 19.09.2019 00:30, xXCoryxKenshinXx

Analogy (2.02) definition: a comparison of two things that is more complex than a simile or metaphor example: allusion (2.02) definition: an indirect reference to something or someone that is expected to be recognized example: tone (2.02) definition: how the author feels about their topic example: neutral tone (2.02) definition: example: positive tone (2.02) definition: example: negative tone (2.02) definition: example: denotation (2.02) definition: precise meaning, aolso known as the dictionary meaning example: connotation (2.02) definition: implied meaning example: figurative language (2.02) definition: not literal words suggest a meaning outher than how they are defined example: literal (2.02) definition: strict word for word dictionary meaning example: technical language (2.02) definition: language associated with a particular profession, activity, or field of study example: simile (2.02) definition: a comparison of two things using like or as. example: metaphor (2.02) definition: a comparison of two things not using like or as example: hyperbole (use dictionary) definition: exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally. example:

Answers: 1

Предмет

English, 14.10.2019 13:50, lukerothbacher

Which is the best definition of metaphor? a. an unusual comparison that is meant to be funny; for example, "my uncle looks just like a sweet potato" b. a comparison between two things that are closely related; for example, "gorillas are larger than chimpanzees" c. a direct comparison between two unlike things; for example, "my tongue is sandpaper" d. an indirect comparison that uses the words like or as; for example, "you're as pretty as a picture"

Answers: 2

Do you know the correct answer?

What is the definition of metaphor?
a.
a comparison of two things, usually using like o...

Questions in other subjects:

Konu

Mathematics, 11.05.2020 21:57

Tony purchased a prepaid phone card for $20.00. Calls cost 9 cents a minute using this card. The credit, C (in dollars), left on the card after it is used for x minutes of calls is...

Konu

Mathematics, 11.05.2020 21:57

For his long distance phone service, Hong pays a $2 monthly fee plus 12 cents per minute. Last month, Hong's long distance bill was $18.44. For how many minutes was Hong billed?...

Konu

Mathematics, 11.05.2020 21:57

Ugh if someone needs to talk text me plz...

Konu

Chemistry, 11.05.2020 21:57

Is magnesium hydroxide a stronger base than ammonia?...

Konu

Spanish, 11.05.2020 21:57

What is an arepa? a tropical disease a typical dress f lat bread made out of corn stuffed with cheese, meat, fish or antything you want woman with nose ring...

Konu

Mathematics, 11.05.2020 21:57

26ab+18ac+32a^ factored...

Konu

History, 11.05.2020 21:57

Drag each label to the correct category. The volume of exports will increase, people may lose jobs to outsourcing, goods and services may become less expensive and domestic product...

Konu

Mathematics, 11.05.2020 21:57

What is the intersection of the STXW and plane SVUT?...

Konu

Biology, 11.05.2020 21:57

What would the growth equation look like for sessile populations (Sessile populations can’t move, like a barnacle)?...

Konu

Health, 11.05.2020 21:57

6. Marcus has another prescription for Augmenting 500mg via g-tube twice daily. If the pharmacy dispenses a 250mg per 5mL suspension, how many mL would you need to admi...

Other tasks in the category: English More task