figurative language
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Language that is not meant to be understood literally, such as metaphors, similes, and personification.
Synonyms and antonyms
Antonyms
literal language
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The report was full of _____, comparing the economy to a sinking ship."
Answer: figurative language
In your own words, what does "figurative language" mean?
Language that is not meant to be understood literally, such as metaphors, similes, and personification.
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