Jargon is a language that isn’t used in ordinary conversation. When people talk about jargon, they usually mean ‘professional’ or ‘technical’ jargon. Experts have developed a language that ordinary people don’t understand because they need to communicate with one another in ways that are unclear to the rest of us. Group and Technical jargon A … Read more

Adages are old sayings that can help you make sense of the world. For example, “time flies when you’re having fun,” “nothing ventured, nothing gained,” and “don’t judge a book by its cover.” It is a saying that captures an important truth, such as “If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again.” It … Read more

Allegories are stories with hidden meanings. Authors use allegory as an extended metaphor to make the reader more easily understand abstract ideas. If the author can do this well, they will have created a narrative with more nuance and dimension than if each character had been given a set of static traits. An allegory is … Read more

The phrase extended Metaphor is often used in writing or speech to describe a symbolic comparison drawn over several lines or sentences. Extended metaphors can be easily identified when one sees a statement containing a single word with another meaning aside from its literal definition. Extended metaphors can be used in poetry and prose to … Read more

A person who speaks with irony can say one thing but mean the opposite. It is called verbal irony. It is an exciting technique that people typically use to get their point across. It’s a fun way to convey humor. There are two major types of verbal irony: dramatic (in which circumstances turn out the … Read more

The word “epiphany” comes from the Greek word epiphaneia, meaning “shining forth”. The word has been used since early Christianity, but did not appear in English until 1751. It is also used as a name for Christian feast days on 6 January and 19 May. Examples of Epiphany in Literature: The epiphany is an ancient … Read more

An anecdote is a short story that illustrates an experience. When you share an account, it’s usually to make a point about something. For instance, if your boss yelled at you for being late one morning and then praised someone else in front of the whole office for arriving on time every day. In many … Read more

A colloquialism is an informal expression used in a formal situation. For example, someone might say “my eyeballs” instead of “eyes” or a midnight snack instead of late night meal. In formal writing, such words are inappropriate because they break the rules of standard English grammar. However, in less formal contexts like blogs or magazines—where colloquialisms … Read more

Anaphora is a literary device that repeats the same word or words at the beginning of several consecutive sentences to create a flow. The use of anaphora in poetry is a way to create rhythmic patterns by repeating words at the start of lines, stanzas, and even entire poems. Examples for Anaphora The book was … Read more