A character or a group of characters which stand in opposition to the main character
Refers to a meaning that is implied by a word apart from the thing which it describes explicitly
Characterized by a number of words, typically three or more, that have the same first consonant sound fall within the same sentence or phrase
A figure of speech that involves an exaggeration of ideas for the sake of emphasis
A literary device that makes a comparison between two things using the words “like” or “as”
An advance hint of what is to come later in the story
A consistent meter with 10 syllables in each line (pentameter); where, unstressed syllables are followed by stressed ones, five of which are stressed but do not rhyme
A beat or foot that uses 10 syllables in each line
Rightful status, independence, or prerogative
The literal or dictionary meanings of a word
A particular point in a narrative at which the conflict or tension hits the highest point
A literary device often used in drama to reveal the innermost thoughts of a character
The events that make up a story or the main part of a story
An environment or surrounding in which an event or story takes place
A statement that appears to be self-contradictory or silly but may include a latent truth
A main idea or an underlying meaning of a literary work, which may be stated directly or indirectly
An unprincipled, untrustworthy, or dishonest person.
A mode of fictional representation through dialogue and performance
A playfully mischievous person; scamp