Simile


Simile

Definition of Simile Literary Term
How do you define Simile? What is the definition of Simile?
The definition of Simile is as follows:
 

Definition of Simile Literary Term

A Simile is a figure of speech in which two things are compared using the word "like" or "as" to draw attention to similarities about two things that are seemingly dissimilar. A metaphor is an  implied comparison ( Snow white fleece ) as opposed to a direct comparison in a Simile ( Fleece as white as snow).
 

 

Example of Simile
There are many examples of different types of poetry. An example of Simile Literary Term can be found in the poetic work of Robert Burns.
 

Example of Simile Literary Term

A Red, Red Rose
by
Robert Burns

O my Luve's like a red, red rose
That's newly sprung in June;
O my Luve's like the melodie
That's sweetly played in tune.

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Forms of Poetry and Literary Terms
How do you define a couplet or a Falling Meter? And what exactly is an Iambic pentameter? We have provided a definition of poetry and literary terms together with the meaning and examples, such as the above definition of Simile. A helpful educational resource for those taking an English test or a University student studying English and American Literature. Each definition, such as the above definition and example of Simile will provide a glossary of literary terms or a dictionary with the meaning, samples, examples and the rules of specialising in each different type of poem and poetry.
 

Definition of Poetry
Poetry is piece of literature written by a poet in meter or verse expressing various emotions which are expressed by the use of variety of techniques including metaphors, similes and onomatopoeia. The emphasis on the aesthetics of language and the use of techniques such as repetition, meter and rhyme are what are commonly used to distinguish poetry from prose. Poems often make heavy use of imagery and word association to quickly convey emotions. An example of Simile is detailed above.

Structure of Poetry
The structure used in poems varies with different types of poetry and can be seen in the above example of Simile. The structural elements include the line, couplet, strophe and stanza. Poets combine the use of language and a specific structure to create imaginative and expressive work. The structure used in some Poetry types are also used when considering the visual effect of a finished poem. The structure of many types of poetry  result in groups of lines on the page which enhance the poem's composition.
 

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