metaphor
1 of 1noun/ˈmɛ.tə.ˌfɔr/
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a figure of speech that compares two unrelated things to highlight their similarities and convey a deeper meaning
B1Learn more on WikipediaA metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two different things by stating that one thing is another, highlighting a particular quality or aspect they share, without using "like" or "as". For example, saying "Time is a thief" suggests that time steals moments from lives, even though time is not literally a thief. Metaphors help convey meanings and emotions in a more vivid and imaginative way by creating direct comparisons between different concepts.
- He used the metaphor of a journey to describe the process of personal growth.
- In the novel, the storm is a metaphor for the chaos in the protagonist's life.
- His writing style relies heavily on vivid metaphors and imagery.
- In her poem, the author uses a metaphor to compare love to a blooming flower.
- Her speech was filled with powerful metaphors that moved the audience.