Being able to create poetic meaning, comparisons, and expressions with these literary devices is how writers form art with words. Here are some ways that writers benefit from incorporating figures of speech into their work: Figure of Speech as Artistic Use of LanguageĮffective use of figures of speech is one of the greatest demonstrations of artistic use of language. If a writer tried the hyperbole “I could eat a barn made of licorice,” the figurative language is ineffective and the meaning would be lost for most readers. For example, the hyperbole “I could eat a horse” is effective in showing great hunger by using figurative language. In other words, simple rearrangement or juxtaposition of words is not effective in the way that deliberate wording and phrasing are. It’s important that writers construct effective figures of speech so that the meaning is not lost for the reader. In writing, when figures of speech are used effectively, these devices enhance the writer’s ability for description and expression so that readers have a better understanding of what is being conveyed. In oral communication, figures of speech can clarify, enhance description, and create interesting use of language.
Personification is a figure of speech that attributes human characteristics to something that is not human.Īs a literary device, figures of speech enhance the meaning of written and spoken words. Our company has decided to let you go (fire you).I need to powder my nose (go to the bathroom).Young adults are curious about the birds and bees (sex).She was starting to feel over the hill (old).Last night, Joe’s grandfather passed away (died).My grandchildren are the flowers of my garden.Įuphemism is a figure of speech that refers to figurative language designed to replace words or phrases that would otherwise be considered harsh, impolite, or unpleasant.Simile is a figure of speech in which two dissimilar things are compared to each other using the terms “like” or “as.”Ī metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two different things without the use of the terms “like” or “as.” Here are some common examples of figures of speech used in writing: Simile In addition, you will have the opportunity to interact with both faculty and current graduate students.Writers also use figures of speech in their work as a means of description or developing meaning. During the open houses, you will learn more about the program's academic and clinical schedule, the admissions process, applying for scholarships, summative assessment and/or completing a thesis and research opportunities.
To learn more about our post-baccalaureate and/or graduate programs in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences, our department offers 2 in person and 2 virtual open house experiences. As activist Angela Davis once said, “In a racist society, it’s not enough to be non-racist, we must be anti-racist.” It is by our actions that we ultimately affect the world. We strive to find new ways to establish equity, challenge systemic oppression and continually educate ourselves to produce an anti-racist community. We continue to value linguistic diversity and strive to empower all people to develop their communication to the fullest potential. We commit to doing the work to dismantle and eradicate racism, bigotry and hatred of all kinds through research, education and engagement with our broader community. We recognize our position of privilege and affirm our commitment to combat systemic racism, discrimination and injustice within the academy and the communication disorders professions.
The Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences is in solidarity with all Black people, Indigenous people and all People of Color, as well as others who have been marginalized for far too long.
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