Introduction to
Metaphors
Types of Metaphors & Examples
Metaphor: A type of figurative language in which the author compares two very different things,
and as a result, reveals creative similarities between the two.
and as a result, reveals creative similarities between the two.
Simple MetaphorComparison made using "is."
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SimileComparison made using "like" or "as."
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Implied MetaphorThe comparison is implied and embedded in the language (it is not clearly pointed out using words such as “was,” “is,” or "like").
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