How Metaphors Can Improve Your Writing
with metaphor examples
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2 min readJul 27, 2023
Welcome to my series on figures of speech, metaphor, simile, analogy, personification, and hyperbole.
What are figures of speech
Metaphor
What is a metaphor?
A Metaphor — describes one thing by saying it is something else. It compares two things that are not alike to create a better understanding of one of them.
Here are some examples.
- Life is a journey — both involve progress, challenges, and experiences along the way.
- They have a heart of stone. Comparing a person's emotional state to a physical object.
- The sun is a golden ball. The sun is beautiful and uniquely shaped like a golden ball.
- He’s a shining star. Conveying the idea that he’s bright, talented, and successful.
- The world is a canvas waiting to be painted. Life is full of opportunities.