A hyperbole is a rhetorical and literary device in which an overstatement is purposely used to add emphasis or effect. Hyperboles are not only used in literature but in casual speech as well. An example of a hyperbole is:
I almost died of laughter.
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An antonym is a word that has an opposite definition compared to that of another word. For example, “hot” is an antonym for “cold.”
There are a few different types of antonyms including contronyms (also known as auto-antonyms), graded antonyms, complementary antonyms, and converse antonyms).
Familiarizing yourself with antonyms can help you expand your vocabulary, add variety to your writing, and help you write comparisons that are easier to understand.
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A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses linked together (usually by a coordinating conjunction or semicolon).
I went to the gym, and then I had some ice cream.
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Assonance is a literary and poetic device in which vowel sounds are repeated in nearby words throughout a line of text.
He eats the sweet treats.
Assonance is similar to alliteration, consonance, and rhyme, but they have their distinctions.
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Use can function as a verb with several different meanings, but usually means “to put into service or action.” As a noun, use also has a broad range of definitions, but often refers to “the act of putting something into service or action.”
Did you use the discount code I gave you? (Verb)
Yes, I made use of the code you gave me. (Noun)
Usage only ever functions as a noun, typically referring to “a customary or firmly established practice,” “the customary manner in which words are used in a language,” or it can also refer to “the act of using.”
Our town was asked to reduce water usage because of the drought.
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Figurative language is an excellent tool you can use in writing that helps your audience better visualize and understand your message.
There are several different types including:
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Email endings are more important than you may think. Like any other conclusion, they encapsulate the email’s purpose while also fortifying your message’s tone. Get it wrong, and you risk being misinterpreted.
But don’t fret! Here, you’ll find several closing lines and email sign-offs perfect for various types of professional communication.
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Aisle and isle are homophones that are both nouns. Aisle refers to “the walkway between seats (like at a theater or classroom)”. Isle is another word for island, particularly a small one.
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According to is a preposition used to state what someone else has said. It also means “agreeing with, following, or depending on something else.”
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Desperate is an adjective that means “having little to no hope” or “having a serious or urgent need.” Disparate, on the other hand, is an adjective that means “fundamentally different.”
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