It is subtler than metaphor the next example on our list but can make outrageous comparisons.

Example of figurative language words. Figurative language often involves one of the following. Usain Bolt runs as fast as lightning. Figurative language uses figures of speech such as similes metaphors and clichés to suggest new pictures or images or to create stronger effects.

That pig is as fat as a house. Imagery Imagery is broadly defined usually in terms of writing as the descriptive language used by an author to provide an image in. Kinds of Figurative Language.

Most examples of idiom in English are also figurative language examples such as the following. Some examples include similes metaphors idioms alliteration onomatopoeia hyperbole and personification. Correct Examples of Onomatopoeia.

Examples Of Figurative Language Usefulness Whether it is appropriate application of this phenomenon or avoiding its use usefulness of different strategies is hard to be underestimated. Figurative language can also include unusual constructions or combinations of words that give a new perspective on the word such as. Its extremely fun to use and to say.

There are a number of different types of figurative language and they are all used differently. In this video students will learn about figurative language and I will give them an example of each. Every cloud has a silver lining.

Actions speak louder than words. For example through exaggeration the hyperbole in loads of money comparison the simile like death warmed up. You cant judge a book by its cover.