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13881592821AnaphoraThe intentional repetition of beginning words, phrases, clauses in order to create an artistic effect.0
13881597733AntecedentThe word, phrase, or clause referred to by a pronoun.1
13881607557AntithesisThe direct opposite, a sharp contrast.2
13881619158AsyndetonOmission of conjunctions between coordinate phrases, clauses, or words.3
13881628975BildungsromanA coming of age story.4
13881635394CacophonyA harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.5
13881641892ChiasmusA reversal in the order of words in two otherwise parallel phrases.6
13881652455ConnotationAll the meanings, associations, or emotions that a word suggests.7
13881656419DenotationThe literal meaning of a word.8
13881659318DictionWord choice.9
13881668109EpigraphA quotation or aphorism at the beginning of a literary work suggestive of the theme.10
13881673392EuphonyPleasant, harmonious sound.11
13881680275HomilyThis term literally means "sermon," but more informally, it can include any serious talk, speech, or lecture involving moral or spiritual advice.12
13881687295HyperboleExaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.13
13881692409ImageryDescription that appeals to the senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste).14
13881702334In medias resIn the middle of things.15
13881707273InferTo find out by reasoning; to arrive at a conclusion on the basis of thought; to hint, suggest, imply.16
13881714096IronyA contrast between expectation and reality, often for comedic effects.17
13881728390MetaphorA comparison without using like or as.18
13881731580MoodFeeling or atmosphere that a writer creates for the reader.19

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