Metaphor vs Simile

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Simplified Literature

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Simile vs Metaphor

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-They are related but very distinct

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A simile compares two different thing by either using the word ‘as’ or ‘like’.

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Ali is as meek as a dove

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-Joe is as brave as a lion -It tastes as sweet as honey -Dan snores like a pig -His temperament is like fire

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A metaphor ,on the other hand, directly compares two different things

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Metaphors do not make use of 'as' or 'like' when making comparisons

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The world is a stage

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-the occasion was fire -my daughter is the apple of my eye -Tim is a walking encyclopedia -Betty is a gem amongst ladies

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Thank you!!!