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6 Cards in this Set
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bibliomancy |
-finds its roots in biblical origins
-the practice of basing a plot happening or event and anticipating the results it will have on a faction of the Bible
-foretelling the future by turning to random portions of the Bible for guidance |
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aphorism |
-a concise statement that is made in a matter of fact tone to state a principle or an opinion that is generally understood to be a universal truth
-often adages, wise sayings, and maxims aimed at imparting sense & wisdom
-are usually witty and curt & often have an underlying tone of authority to them |
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metonymy |
-the practice of not using the formal word for an object or subject & instead referring to it by using another word that is intricately linked to the formal name or word
-substituting the main word with a word that is closely linked to it |
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antithesis |
-when the writer employs 2 sentences of contrasting meanings in close proximity to one another
-used to create a stark contrast using 2 divergent elements that come together to create one uniform whole
-plays on the complementary property of opposites to create one vivid picture
-creates a balance between opposite qualities & lends a greater insight into the subject |
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analogy |
-helps to establish a relationship based on similarities between 2 concepts or ideas
-can convey a new idea by using the blueprint of an old one as a basis for understanding
-with a mental linkage between the 2, one can create understanding regarding the new concept in a simple and succinct manner |
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oxymoron |
-allows the author to use contradictory, contrasting concepts placed together in a matter that actually ends up making sense in a strange, and slightly complex manner
-helps to perceive a deeper level of trust and explore different layers of semantics while writing |
