the voice used to indicate that the grammatical subject of the verb is performing the action or caysing the happening denoted by the verb.
Term
Allegory
Definition
1: the expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence; also: an instance (as in a story or painting) of such expression
2: a symbolic representation : emblem 2
Term
Alliteration
Definition
The repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (as wild and woolly, threatening throngs) —called also head rhyme, initial rhyme
Term
allusion
Definition
1
: an implied or indirect reference especially in literature; also: the use of such references
2
: the act of making an indirect reference to something : the act of alluding to something
Term
Analogy
Definition
1
: inference that if two or more things agree with one another in some respects they will probably agree in others
2
a: resemblance in some particulars between things otherwise unlike : similarity
b: comparison based on such resemblance
3
: correspondence between the members of pairs or sets of linguistic forms that serves as a basis for the creation of another form
4
: correspondence in function between anatomical parts of different structure and origin — compare homology
Term
antagonist
Definition
1
: one that contends with or opposes another : adversary, opponent
2
: an agent of physiological antagonism: as
a: a muscle that contracts with and limits the action of an agonist with which it is paired —called also antagonistic muscle
b: a chemical that acts within the body to reduce the physiological activity of another chemical substance (as an opiate); especially: one that opposes the action on the nervous system of a drug or a substance occurring naturally in the body by combining with and blocking its nervous receptor — compare agonist 2b
Term
anti-climax
Definition
1
: the usually sudden transition in discourse from a significant idea to a trivial or ludicrous idea; also: an instance of this transition
2
: an event, period, or outcome that is strikingly less important or dramatic than expected
Term
antithesis
Definition
1
a (1): the rhetorical contrast of ideas by means of parallel arrangements of words, clauses, or sentences (as in “action, not words” or “they promised freedom and provided slavery”) (2): opposition, contrast <the antithesis of prose and verse>
b (1): the second of two opposing words, clauses, or sentences that are being rhetorically contrasted (2): the direct opposite <her temperament is the very antithesis of mine>
2
: the second stage of a dialectic process
Term
apostrophe
Definition
: the addressing of a usually absent person or a usually personified thing rhetorically <Carlyle's “O Liberty, what things are done in thy name!” is an example of apostrophe>
Term
argumentative essay
Definition
In this kind of essay, we not only give information but also present an argument with the PROS (supporting ideas) and CONS (opposing ideas) of an argumentative issue. We should clearly take our stand and write as if we are trying to persuade an opposing audience to adopt new beliefs or behavior. The primary objective is to persuade people to change beliefs that many of them do not want to change.
Term
ancdotal evidence
Definition
The expressionanecdotal evidencerefers toevidencefromanecdotes. Because of the small sample, there is a larger chance that it may be unreliable due tocherry-pickedor otherwisenon-representativesamples of typical cases.Anecdotal evidence is considered dubious support of a claim; it is accepted only in lieu of more solid evidence. This is true regardless of the veracity of individual claims.
Term
archaic language
Definition
Words and phrases that were used regularly in a language, but are now less common are archaic. Such words and phrases are often used deliberately to refer to earlier times. For instance, the pronoun 'thou', which is very rarely used nowadays is an archaism, which is sometimes used to suggest biblical language or a dialect.
Term
aside
Definition
1
: to or toward the side <stepped aside>
2
: away from others or into privacy <pulled him aside>
3
: out of the way especially for future use : away <putting aside savings>
4
: away from one's thought or consideration <jesting aside>
Term
assonance
Definition
1
: resemblance of sound in words or syllables
2
a: relatively close juxtaposition of similar sounds especially of vowels
b: repetition of vowels without repetition of consonants (as in stony and holy) used as an alternative to rhyme in verse
Term
atmosphere
Definition
1
a: the gaseous envelope of a celestial body (as a planet)
b: the whole mass of air surrounding the earth
2
: the air of a locality
3
: a surrounding influence or environment <an atmosphere of hostility>
4
: a unit of pressure equal to the pressure of the air at sea level or approximately 14.7 pounds per square inch (101,325 pascals)
5
a: the overall aesthetic effect of a work of art
b: an intriguing or singular tone, effect, or appeal <an inn with atmosphere>
Term
audience
Definition
1
: the act or state of hearing
2
a: a formal hearing or interview <an audience with the pope>
b: an opportunity of being heard
3
a: a group of listeners or spectators
b: a reading, viewing, or listening public
4
: a group of ardent admirers or devotees
Term
autobiography
Definition
: the biography of a person narrated by himself or herself
Term
ballad
Definition
1
a: a narrative composition in rhythmic verse suitable for singing
b: an art song accompanying a traditional ballad
2
: a simple song : air
3
: a popular song; especially: a slow romantic or sentimental song
Term
ballad stanza
Definition
Term
bias
Definition
1
: a line diagonal to the grain of a fabric; especially: a line at a 45 degree angle to the selvage often utilized in the cutting of garments for smoother fit
2
a: a peculiarity in the shape of a bowl that causes it to swerve when rolled on the green in lawn bowling
b: the tendency of a bowl to swerve; also: the impulse causing this tendency
c: the swerve of the bowl
3
a: bent, tendency
b: an inclination of temperament or outlook; especially: a personal and sometimes unreasoned judgment : prejudice
c: an instance of such prejudice
d (1): deviation of the expected value of a statistical estimate from the quantity it estimates (2): systematic error introduced into sampling or testing by selecting or encouraging one outcome or answer over others
4
a: a voltage applied to a device (as a transistor control electrode) to establish a reference level for operation
b: a high-frequency voltage combined with an audio signal to reduce distortion in tape recording
Term
biography
Definition
1
: a usually written history of a person's life
2
: biographical writings as a whole
3
: an account of the life of something (as an animal, a coin, or a building)
Term
blank verse
Definition
is poetry that does not rhyme. In English literature it usually consists of lines with five stressed syllables.
Term
cacophony
Definition
harsh or discordant sound : dissonance 2; specifically: harshness in the sound of words or phrases
Term
caricature
Definition
1
: exaggeration by means of often ludicrous distortion of parts or characteristics
2
: a representation especially in literature or art that has the qualities of caricature
3
: a distortion so gross as to seem like caricature
Term
case study
Definition
1
: an intensive analysis of an individual unit (as a person or community) stressing developmental factors in relation to environment
2
: case history
Term
catastrophe
Definition
1
: the final event of the dramatic action especially of a tragedy
2
: a momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin
3
a: a violent and sudden change in a feature of the earth
b: a violent usually destructive natural event (as a supernova)
4
: utter failure : fiasco <the party was a catastrophe>
Term
cause and effect
Definition
it means something that has an effect on something else.
Term
character
Definition
1
a: a conventionalized graphic device placed on an object as an indication of ownership, origin, or relationship
b: a graphic symbol (as a hieroglyph or alphabet letter) used in writing or printing
c: a magical or astrological emblem
d: alphabet
e (1): writing, printing (2): style of writing or printing (3): cipher
f: a symbol (as a letter or number) that represents information; also: a representation of such a symbol that may be accepted by a computer
2
a: one of the attributes or features that make up and distinguish an individual
b (1): a feature used to separate distinguishable things into categories; also: a group or kind so separated <advertising of a very primitive character>(2): the detectable expression of the action of a gene or group of genes (3): the aggregate of distinctive qualities characteristic of a breed, strain, or type <a wine of great character>
c: the complex of mental and ethical traits marking and often individualizing a person, group, or nation <the character of the American people>
d: main or essential nature especially as strongly marked and serving to distinguish <excess sewage gradually changed the character of the lake>
3
: position, capacity <his character as a town official>
4
: reference 4b
5
: reputation <the scandal has damaged his character and image>
6
: moral excellence and firmness <a man of sound character>
7
a: a person marked by notable or conspicuous traits <quite a character>
b: one of the persons of a drama or novel
c: the personality or part which an actor recreates <an actress who can create a character convincingly>
d: characterization especially in drama or fiction
e: person, individual <a suspicious character>
8
: a short literary sketch of the qualities of a social type
— char·ac·ter·less\-ləs\adjective
— in character
: in accord with a person's usual qualities or traits <behaving in character>
— out of character
: not in accord with a person's usual qualities or traits <his rudeness was completely out of character>
Term
characterization
Definition
the act of characterizing; especially: the artistic representation (as in fiction or drama) of human characteror motives
Term
character foil
Definition
Afoil characteris one who "contrasts" or opposes anothercharacterin the story.
Term
chorus
Definition
1
a: a company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action; also: a similar company in later plays
b: a character in Elizabethan drama who speaks the prologue and epilogue and comments on the action
c: an organized company of singers who sing in concert : choir; especially: a body of singers who sing the choral parts of a work (as in opera)
d: a group of dancers and singers supporting the featured players in a musical comedy or revue
2
a: a part of a song or hymn recurring at intervals
b: the part of a drama sung or spoken by the chorus
c: a composition to be sung by a number of voices in concert
d: the main part of a popular song; also: a jazz variation on a melodic theme
3
a: something performed, sung, or uttered simultaneously or unanimously by a number of persons or animals <a chorus of boos><that eternal chorus of: “Are we there yet?” from the back seat — Sheila More>
b: sounds so uttered <visitors are taken to the woods by car to hear the mournful choruses of howling wolves — Bob Gaines>
Term
chronological order
Definition
a record of events starting with the earliest and following the order in which they occurred
Term
cliché
Definition
1
: a trite phrase or expression; also: the idea expressed by it
2
: a hackneyed theme, characterization, or situation
3
: something (as a menu item) that has become overly familiar or commonplace
Term
climactic order
Definition
In writing, there are patterns of organization as to how a writer will "grab" the reader to lead her to the end of an idea. One type is "climactic order", in which the most important idea is saved for last. So, the writer starts a segment with the least important set of ideas or facts and continues to the end-the climax.
Term
climax
Definition
: a figure of speech in which a series of phrases or sentences is arranged in ascending order of rhetorical forcefulness
2
a: the highest point : culmination <the climax of a distinguished career>
b: the point of highest dramatic tension or a major turning point in the action (as of a play)
c: orgasm
d: menopause
3
: a relatively stable ecological stage or community especially of plants that is achieved through successful adaptation to an environment; especially: the final stage in ecological succession
Term
colloquialism
Definition
1
a: a colloquial expression
b: a local or regional dialect expression
2
: colloquial style
Term
colloquial language
Definition
especially inphilosophy of language, isnaturallanguagewhich, among other properties, usescolloquialisms. In the field oflogical atomism, meaning is evaluated differently than with moreformal propositions.
Term
comedy
Definition
1
a: a medieval narrative that ends happily <Dante's Divine Comedy>
b: a literary work written in a comic style or treating a comic theme
2
a: a drama of light and amusing character and typically with a happy ending
b: the genre of dramatic literature dealing with the comic or with the serious in a light or satirical manner — compare tragedy
3
: a ludicrous or farcical event or series of events <a comedy of errors>
4
a: the comic element <the comedy of many life situations>
b: humorous entertainment <nightclub comedy>
Term
comic relief
Definition
a relief from the emotional tension especially of a drama that is provided by the interposition of a comic episode or element
Term
compare and contrast
Definition
Compare means: Examine and note the similarities or differences of
like for example: We compared notes after we had both seen the movie.
Contrast means: Put in opposition to show or emphasize differences
like for example: The middle school teacher contrasted her best student's work with that of her weakest student.
Term
comparison
Definition
1
: the act or process of comparing: as
a: the representing of one thing or person as similar to or like another
b: an examination of two or more items to establish similarities and dissimilarities <his faults seem minor by comparison>
2
: identity of features : similarity <several points of comparison between the two>
3
: the modification of an adjective or adverb to denote different levels of quality, quantity, or relation
Term
conflict
Definition
1
: fight, battle, war <an armed conflict>
2
a: competitive or opposing action of incompatibles : antagonistic state or action (as of divergent ideas, interests, or persons)
b: mental struggle resulting from incompatible or opposing needs, drives, wishes, or external or internal demands
3
: the opposition of persons or forces that gives rise to the dramatic action in a drama or fiction
Term
connotation
Definition
1
a: the suggesting of a meaning by a word apart from the thing it explicitly names or describes
b: something suggested by a word or thing : implication <the connotations of comfort that surrounded that old chair>
2
: the signification of something <that abuse of logic which consists in moving counters about as if they were known entities with a fixed connotation — W. R. Inge>
3
: an essential property or group of properties of a thing named by a term in logic — compare
Term
consonance
Definition
1
: harmony or agreement among components
2
a: correspondence or recurrence of sounds especially in words; specifically: recurrence or repetition of consonants especially at the end of stressed syllables without the similar correspondence of vowels
Term
contrast
Definition
to set off in contrast : compare or appraise in respect to differences <contrast European and American manners> —often used with to or with<contrasting her with other women — Victoria Sackville-West>
Term
couplet
Definition
1
: two successive lines of verse forming a unit marked usually by rhythmic correspondence, rhyme, or the inclusion of a self-contained utterance : distich
2
: couple
Term
denotation
Definition
1
: an act or process of denoting
2
: meaning; especially: a direct specific meaning as distinct from an implied or associated idea
3
a: a denoting term : name
b: sign, indication <visible denotations of divine wrath>
4
: the totality of things to which a term is applicable especially in logic — compare connotation
Term
denouement
Definition
1
: the final outcome of the main dramatic complication in a literary work
2
: the outcome of a complex sequence of events
Term
descriptive essay
Definition
More than many other types of essays, descriptive essays strive to create a deeply involved and vivid experience for the reader. Great descriptive essays achieve this affect not through facts and statistics but by using detailed observations and descriptions.
Term
dialect
Definition
1
a: a regional variety of language distinguished by features of vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation from other regional varieties and constituting together with them a single language <the Doric dialect of ancient Greek>
b: one of two or more cognate languages <French and Italian are Romance dialects>
c: a variety of a language used by the members of a group <such dialects as politics and advertising — Philip Howard>
d: a variety of language whose identity is fixed by a factor other than geography (as social class) <spoke a rough peasant dialect>
e: register 4c
f: a version of a computer programming language
2
: manner or means of expressing oneself : phraseology
Term
dialogue
Definition
1
: a written composition in which two or more characters are represented as conversing
2
a: a conversation between two or more persons; also: a similar exchange between a person and something else (as a computer)
b: an exchange of ideas and opinions <organized a series of dialogues on human rights>
c: a discussion between representatives of parties to a conflict that is aimed at resolution <a constructive dialogue between loggers and environmentalists>
3
: the conversational element of literary or dramatic composition <very little dialogue in this film>
4
: a musical composition for two or more parts suggestive of a conversation
Term
diary
Definition
1
: a record of events, transactions, or observations kept daily or at frequent intervals : journal; especially: a daily record of personal activities, reflections, or feelings
2
: a book intended or used for a diary
Term
diction
Definition
1
obsolete: verbal description
2
: choice of words especially with regard to correctness, clearness, or effectiveness
3
a: vocal expression : enunciation
b: pronunciation and enunciation of words in singing
Term
didactic
Definition
1
a: designed or intended to teach
b: intended to convey instruction and information as well as pleasure and entertainment <didactic poetry>
2
: making moral observations
Term
dilemma
Definition
1
: an argument presenting two or more equally conclusive alternatives against an opponent
2
a: a usually undesirable or unpleasant choice <faces this dilemma: raise interest rates and slow the economy or lower them and risk serious inflation>
b: a situation involving such a choice <here am I brought to a very pretty dilemma; I must commit murder or commit matrimony — George Farquhar>; broadly: predicament <lords and bailiffs were in a terrible dilemma — G. M. Trevelyan>
3
a: a problem involving a difficult choice <the dilemma of “liberty versus order” — J. M. Burns>
b: a difficult or persistent problem <unemployment … the great central dilemma of our advancing technology — August Heckscher>
Term
direct presentation
Definition
A. Direct Presentation - author tells us straight out, by exposition or analysis, or through another character. B. Indirect Presentation - author shows us the character in action; the reader infers what a character is like from what she/he thinks, or says, or does. These are also called dramatized characters and they are generally consistent (in behavior), motivated (convincing), and plausible (lifelike)."
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Term
dissonance
Definition
1
a: lack of agreement; especially: inconsistency between the beliefs one holds or between one's actions and one's beliefs — compare cognitive dissonance
b: an instance of such inconsistency or disagreement
2
: a mingling of discordant sounds; especially: a clashing or unresolved musical interval or chord
Term
drama
Definition
1
a: a composition in verse or prose intended to portray life or character or to tell a story usually involving conflicts and emotions through action and dialogue and typically designed for theatrical performance : play — compare closet drama
b: a movie or television production with characteristics (as conflict) of a serious play; broadly: a play, movie, or television production with a serious tone or subject <a police drama>
2
: dramatic art, literature, or affairs
3
a: a state, situation, or series of events involving interesting or intense conflict of forces
b: dramatic state, effect, or quality <the drama of the courtroom proceedings>
Term
dramatic irony
Definition
irony
Term
dramatic monologue
Definition
a literary work (as a poem) in which a speaker's character is revealed in a monologue usually addressed to a second person
Term
dramatic form
Definition
Dramatic form is the overall style the drama is presented in e.g. Play, musical, pantomime, melodrama, situation comedy, dance drama.
: of or relating to an editor or editing <an editorial office>
2
: being or resembling an editorial <an editorial statement>
Term
elegy
Definition
1
: a poem in elegiac couplets
2
a: a song or poem expressing sorrow or lamentation especially for one who is dead
b: something (as a speech) resembling such a song or poem
3
a: a pensive or reflective poem that is usually nostalgic or melancholy
b: a short pensive musical composition
Term
emotional appeal
Definition
Type of advertising in which the copy is designed to stimulate one's emotions, rather than one's sense of the practical or impractical. When copywriters use emotional appeal in advertising, they are attempting to appeal to the consumer's psychological, social, or emotional needs. The copy is written to arouse fear, love, hate, greed, sexual desire, or humor, or otherwise create psychological tension that can best be resolved by purchase of the product or service.
Term
epic
Definition
1
: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of an epic <an epic poem>
2
a: extending beyond the usual or ordinary especially in size or scope <his genius was epic — Times Literary Supplement>
b: heroic
Term
epilogue
Definition
: a concluding section that rounds out the design of a literary work
2
a: a speech often in verse addressed to the audience by an actor at the end of a play; also: the actor speaking such an epilogue
b: the final scene of a play that comments on or summarizes the main action
3
: the concluding section of a musical composition : coda
Term
epiphany
Definition
1
capitalized: January 6 observed as a church festival in commemoration of the coming of the Magi as the first manifestation of Christ to the Gentiles or in the Eastern Church in commemoration of the baptism of Christ
2
: an appearance or manifestation especially of a divine being
3
a (1): a usually sudden manifestation or perception of the essential nature or meaning of something (2): an intuitive grasp of reality through something (as an event) usually simple and striking (3): an illuminating discovery, realization, or disclosure
b: a revealing scene or moment
Term
epigram
Definition
1
: a concise poem dealing pointedly and often satirically with a single thought or event and often ending with an ingenious turn of thought
2
: a terse, sage, or witty and often paradoxical saying
3
: epigrammatic expression
Term
epitaph
Definition
1
: an inscription on or at a tomb or a grave in memory of the one buried there
2
: a brief statement commemorating or epitomizing a deceased person or something past
Term
euphemism
Definition
the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant; also: the expression so substituted
Term
euphony
Definition
1
: pleasing or sweet sound; especially: the acoustic effect produced by words so formed or combined as to please the ear
2
: a harmonious succession of words having a pleasing sound
Term
expert testimony
Definition
Term
exposition
Definition
1
: a setting forth of the meaning or purpose (as of a writing)
2
a: discourse or an example of it designed to convey information or explain what is difficult to understand
b (1): the first part of a musical composition in sonata form in which the thematic material of the movement is presented (2): the opening section of a fugue
3
: a public exhibition or show
Term
expository essay
Definition
Expository essaysare simply essays that explain something with facts, as opposed to opinion. This writing assignment could tell a story or provide instruction.
Term
extended metaphor
Definition
Anextended metaphor,also known as aconceitor sustained metaphor, is when an author exploits a singlemetaphororanalogyat length through multiple linked vehicles, tenors, and grounds.[1][2][3]Tenor is the subject of the metaphor, vehicle is the image or subject that carries the weight of the comparison, and ground is the shared proprieties of the two compared subjects.[4][5]Another way to think of extended metaphors is in terms of implications of a base metaphor.[6]These implications are repeatedly emphasized, discovered, rediscovered, and progressed in new ways.[6]
: fancy; especially: the free play of creative imagination
3
: a creation of the imaginative faculty whether expressed or merely conceived: as
a: a fanciful design or invention
b: a chimerical or fantastic notion
c: fantasia 1
d: imaginative fiction featuring especially strange settings and grotesque characters —called also fantasy fiction
4
: caprice
5
: the power or process of creating especially unrealistic or improbable mental images in response to psychological need <an object of fantasy>; also: a mental image or a series of mental images (as a daydream) so created <sexual fantasies>
6
: a coin usually not intended for circulation as currency and often issued by a dubious authority (as a government-in-exile)
Term
farce
Definition
1
: stuff
2
: to improve as if by stuffing
Term
figuratuve language
Definition
is the use of words that go beyond their ordinary meaning. It requires you to use your imagination to figure out the author's meaning
Term
first person point of view
Definition
A definition of the literary termfirst person point of viewas used by fiction writers
Term
flashback
Definition
1
: a recession of flame to an unwanted position (as into a blowpipe)
2
a: interruption of chronological sequence (as in a film or literary work) by interjection of events of earlier occurrence; also: an instance of flashback
a: to prevent from attaining an end : defeat <always able to foil her enemies>
b: to bring to naught : thwart <foiled the plot>
Term
foreshadowing
Definition
to represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure
Term
form
Definition
1
a: the shape and structure of something as distinguished from its material
b: a body (as of a person) especially in its external appearance or as distinguished from the face : figure
carchaic: beauty
2
: the essential nature of a thing as distinguished from its matter: as
a: idea 1a
b: the component of a thing that determines its kind
3
a: established method of expression or proceeding : procedure according to rule or rote; also: a standard or expectation based on past experience : precedent <true to form, the champions won again>
b: a prescribed and set order of words : formula <the form of the marriage service>
4
: a printed or typed document with blank spaces for insertion of required or requested information <tax forms>
5
a (1): conduct regulated by extraneous controls (as of custom or etiquette) : ceremony (2): show without substance
b: manner or conduct as tested by a prescribed or accepted standard <rudeness is simply bad form>
c: manner or style of performing or accomplishing according to recognized standards of technique <a strong swimmer but weak on form>
6
a: the resting place or nest of a hare
b: a long seat : bench
7
a: a supporting frame model of the human figure or part (as the torso) of the human figure usually used for displaying apparel
b: a proportioned and often adjustable model for fitting clothes
c: a mold in which concrete is placed to set
8
: the printing type or other matter arranged and secured in a chase ready for printing
9
a: one of the different modes of existence, action, or manifestation of a particular thing or substance : kind <one form of respiratory disorder><a form of art>
b: a distinguishable group of organisms
c: linguistic form
d: one of the different aspects a word may take as a result of inflection or change of spelling or pronunciation <verbal forms>
e: a mathematical expression of a particular type <a bilinear form><a polynomial form>
10
a (1): orderly method of arrangement (as in the presentation of ideas) : manner of coordinating elements (as of an artistic production or course of reasoning) (2): a particular kind or instance of such arrangement <the sonnet is a poetical form>
b: pattern, schema <arguments of the same logical form>
c: the structural element, plan, or design of a work of art — compare content 2c
d: a visible and measurable unit defined by a contour : a bounded surface or volume
11
: a grade in a British school or in some American private schools
12
a (1): the past performance of a race horse (2): racing form
b: known ability to perform <a singer at the top of her form>
c: condition suitable for performing (as in athletic competition) <back on form>
Term
formal essay
Definition
A short, relatively impersonalcompositioninprose.
Term
formal language
Definition
This article is about a technical term inmathematicsandcomputer science. For related studies about natural languages, seeGrammar framework. For formal modes of speech in natural languages, seeRegister (sociolinguistics).
Term
frame story
Definition
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Term
free verse
Definition
Free verseis an open form (seePoetry analysis) ofpoetry. It does not use consistentmeterpatterns,rhyme, or any other musical pattern. It thus tends to follow the rhythm of natural speech.[1]
Term
genre
Definition
1
: a category of artistic, musical, or literary composition characterized by a particular style, form, or content
2
: kind, sort
3
: painting that depicts scenes or events from everyday life usually realistically
Term
graphic text
Definition
Graphic Text is defined (by EQAO) as text which presents ideas and information with the help of graphic features, such as diagrams, photos, drawings, sketches, patterns, timetables, maps, charts or tables.
Term
hero
Definition
1
a: a mythological or legendary figure often of divine descent endowed with great strength or ability
b: an illustrious warrior
c: a man admired for his achievements and noble qualities
d: one who shows great courage
2
a: the principal male character in a literary or dramatic work
b: the central figure in an event, period, or movement
3
plural usuallyhe·ros: submarine 2
4
: an object of extreme admiration and devotion : idol
Term
historical reference
Definition
A historical reference is a moment or point in history which is referred to by people, such as when JFK was killed. It is also a document or other information pertaining to a certain moment in history. A:
Iambic pentameter (from Greek: ἰαμβικός πεντάμετρος, iambikos pentametros, meaning to have five iambs) is a commonly used metrical line in traditional verse and verse drama. The term describes the particular rhythm that the words establish in that line. That rhythm is measured in small groups of syllables; these small groups of syllables are called "feet". The word "iambic" describes the type of foot that is used (in English, an unstressed syllable followed by a stressed syllable). The word "pentameter" indicates that a line has five of these "feet."
Term
idiom
Definition
1
a: the language peculiar to a people or to a district, community, or class : dialect
b: the syntactical, grammatical, or structural form peculiar to a language
2
: an expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either grammatically (as no, it wasn't me) or in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (as Monday week for “the Monday a week after next Monday”)
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: a style or form of artistic expression that is characteristic of an individual, a period or movement, or a medium or instrument <the modern jazz idiom>; broadly: manner, style <a new culinary idiom>
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image
Definition
1
: a reproduction or imitation of the form of a person or thing; especially: an imitation in solid form : statue
2
a: the optical counterpart of an object produced by an optical device (as a lens or mirror) or an electronic device
b: a visual representation of something: as (1): a likeness of an object produced on a photographic material (2): a picture produced on an electronic display (as a television or computer screen)
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a: exact likeness : semblance <God created man in his own image — Genesis 1:27(Revised Standard Version)>
b: a person strikingly like another person <she is the image of her mother>
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a: a tangible or visible representation : incarnation <the image of filial devotion>
barchaic: an illusory form : apparition
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a (1): a mental picture or impression of something <had a negative body image of herself>(2): a mental conception held in common by members of a group and symbolic of a basic attitude and orientation <a disorderly courtroom can seriously tarnish a community's image of justice — Herbert Brownell>
b: idea, concept
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: a vivid or graphic representation or description
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: figure of speech
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: a popular conception (as of a person, institution, or nation) projected especially through the mass media <promoting a corporate image of brotherly love and concern — R. C. Buck>
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: a set of values given by a mathematical function (as a homomorphism) that corresponds to a particular subset of the domain
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imagery
Definition
1
a: the product of image makers : images; also: the art of making images
b: pictures produced by an imaging system
2
: figurative language
3
: mental images; especially: the products of imagination
Term
indeterminate ending
Definition
a cliffhanger ending where the ending is not totally determined
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indirect presentation
Definition
author shows us the character in action; the reader infers what a character is like from what she/he thinks, or says, or does. These are also called dramatized characters and they are generally consistent (in behavior), motivated (convincing), and plausible (lifelike)."
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informal essay
Definition
An informal essay is meant to entertain. The topic, therefore, should be personal, drawn from your own observations or experiences, and not too serious.
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informal language
Definition
Informal languagemay make use of slang and colloquialisms, employing the conventions of spoken language. However, it is too casual and loose to be acceptable for academic writing.
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interior monologue
Definition
Internal monologue, also known asinner voice,internal speech, orverbalstream of consciousnessisthinkinginwords. It also refers to the semi-constant internalmonologueone has with oneself at a conscious or semi-conscious level.
Much of what people consciously report "thinking about" may be thought of as an internal monologue, a conversation with oneself. Some of this can be considered as speech rehearsal.
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internal conflict
Definition
internal conflictis the struggle occurring within a character's mind. As opposed to external conflict, in which a character is grappling some force outside of him or herself, the dilemma posed by an internal conflict is usually someethicalor emotional question. Indicators of internal conflict would be a character's hesitation or self-posing questions like "what was it I did wrong?".[1]
Most novels incorporate some degree of internal conflict in one character or another, but certain works likeThe Red Badge of Couragefeature it prominently in the story.[2]The protagonist in that story is constantly questioning his own self-worth and the borders of morality.
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internal rhyme
Definition
rhyme between a word within a line and another either at the end of the same line or within another line
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irony
Definition
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: a pretense of ignorance and of willingness to learn from another assumed in order to make the other's false conceptions conspicuous by adroit questioning —called also Socratic irony
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a: the use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
b: a usually humorous or sardonic literary style or form characterized by irony
c: an ironic expression or utterance
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a (1): incongruity between the actual result of a sequence of events and the normal or expected result (2): an event or result marked by such incongruity
b: incongruity between a situation developed in a drama and the accompanying words or actions that is understood by the audience but not by the characters in the play —called also dramatic irony, tragic irony
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jargon
Definition
1
a: confused unintelligible language
b: a strange, outlandish, or barbarous language or dialect
c: a hybrid language or dialect simplified in vocabulary and grammar and used for communication between peoples of different speech
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: the technical terminology or characteristic idiom of a special activity or group
3
: obscure and often pretentious language marked by circumlocutions and long words
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juxtaposition
Definition
the act or an instance of placing two or more things side by side; also: the state of being so placed
