What is a simile-cliche?
http://www.jiskha.com/display.cgi?id=1294541664
Try thinking of a common adjective and then write the noun that best fits that adjective. The noun that best fits is usually the one you think of first.
A simile-cliché is a combination of two literary devices: a simile and a cliché. Let's break it down and understand these terms individually before discussing their combination.
A simile is a figure of speech that compares two things, using the words "like" or "as" to create a vivid description. It helps the reader or listener to understand one thing by comparing it to something else. For example, "She is as brave as a lion" or "His voice is like silk." Similes add depth and imagery to language.
On the other hand, a cliché is an overused expression or phrase that has lost its originality or impact through repeated use. These phrases become clichés because they are commonly used, making them predictable and unoriginal. For example, "time flies," "all is fair in love and war," or "as the crow flies."
Now, when similes become clichéd, they can lose their originality and impact. This happens when a simile is used so frequently that it becomes predictable and no longer elicits a vivid mental image or surprise. For instance, "as strong as an ox" or "as busy as a bee" are common simile-cliché examples.
To identify a simile-cliché, you simply need to recognize a simile that has been used so much that it lacks freshness and originality, making it clichéd. These simile-clichés should be avoided in writing if you want to create a more impactful and imaginative description. Opting for unique similes or finding fresh ways to compare objects or ideas would be more effective.