Unit 4-7 “Figurative and Connotative Meaning” - Guided Notes
Word
Dictionary Definition
Definition in your own words
connotative meaning
figurative meaning
hyperbole
metaphor
simile
Figurative Language:
- Language that uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation.
- Figurative language uses figures of speech such as metaphors, similes, and hyperboles to create a vivid image in the reader's mind.
Connotative Meaning:
- The emotional or cultural associations of a word or phrase, as opposed to its literal meaning.
- Connotative meaning adds layers of meaning to a word or phrase, based on personal experiences, cultural background, or context.
Hyperbole:
- A figure of speech that involves an exaggeration of ideas for the sake of emphasis.
- Hyperbole is used to create a dramatic or humorous effect by overstating or exaggerating a situation.
Metaphor:
- A figure of speech that directly compares two unrelated things.
- Metaphors create a vivid image by suggesting that one thing is another thing, without using the words "like" or "as".
Simile:
- A figure of speech that compares two different things using the words "like" or "as".
- Similes create a comparison between two things to help convey a particular meaning or create a strong visual image.