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Our class learned metaphor during reading today.
What does Metaphor mean?
Metaphor compares two things by saying one is the other.
Dictionary definition
A comparison that says one thing is another to show a shared quality.
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Metaphor in a sentence
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In writing workshop, we used metaphor to explain the story clearly.
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The passage shows how metaphor helps readers understand character and meaning.
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What does metaphor mean?
Metaphor means Metaphor compares two things by saying one is the other.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to metaphor?
Comparison is close in meaning to metaphor.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is a contrast for metaphor?
Literal Statement contrasts with metaphor.
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Metaphor
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WordMetaphor.
Partnoun.
MeaningMetaphor means Metaphor compares two things by saying one is the other.
ExampleExample: Our class learned metaphor during reading today.
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- Syllables
- met · uh · for
- Strongest beat
- met
- Ending
- for
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on met.
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Synonyms
Words like Metaphor
comparisonCan be used as a similar word for metaphor in some contexts.
figure of speechCan be used as a similar word for metaphor in some contexts.
Antonyms
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literal statementCan be used as a contrast for metaphor in some contexts.
plain meaningCan be used as a contrast for metaphor in some contexts.
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Word family
Metaphor word family
Base word
metaphor
noun
metaphors
Plural form of metaphor.
adjective
metaphorical
Using or related to metaphor.
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