Metaphor

//What is a metaphor?// A **metaphor** is an implied comparison that shows how two things that are unalike in many ways are very similar in one meaningful way.

//Why are they used?// Often used by authors to make a story more interesting or exciting.

//Difference between similes and metaphors?// Similes use the words “as” or “like” to make a comparison, whereas metaphors state that something //is// something else.

//Example of a metaphor:// Love is a battlefield - Pat Benatar - In this metaphor, love is being compared to a battlefield because at times you have to fight for love and it can be a painful experience such as being in battle. - "All the worlds a stage" From Shakespeare's //As You Like It// spoken by Jaques in Act 2 Scene 7 - Trevor Resources: []

Further examples of metaphors: []

Another explanation of metaphors by Lisa:

**"met-a-for"** - A figure of speech that is not literally applicable and does not use "like" or "as" help explain an object or action.
When used in writing, a metaphor gives the chance for the reader to experience a more sensory understanding of the word or phrase.

//__"Her eyes were diamond studded and graced with the elegant beauty of the stars."__//
//__"His hair was a rat's nest."__//

//__"His eyes were the colour of a robin's egg and his hair was inspired by the darkness of the night."__//

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