word choice
pun
diction
repetition
context
an expression meant to call something to mind without specifically mentioning it
glossary
antonym
synonym
allusion
the author's attitude toward the topic
tone
impact
thesaurus
imagery
a comparison of 2 things meant to explain or clarify
simile
allusion
analogy
metaphor
A strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound
repetition
rhythm
alliteration
rhyme
Repetition of sounds at the end of words
rhyme
alliteration
rhythm
stanza
A humorous play on words, using similar-sounding or identical words to suggest different meanings
pun
simile
metaphor
idiom
A contrast between expectation and reality (verbal, dramatic, situational)
irony
pun
diction
metaphor
Words, events, or circumstances that help determine meaning
context
inference
supporting details
allusion
an effect or result
denotation
inference
point of view
impact
language associated with a particular profession, activity, or field of study
technical language
literal language
idioms
figurative language
