Simile

A simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two things using the words “like” or “as”. It is a direct comparison of two unlike things, to make a point or add emphasis. For example, “Her smile was like sunshine” is a simile that compares a smile to sunshine, implying that the person’s smile was bright and cheerful. Similes are often used in literature and poetry to create vivid descriptions, enhance meaning, and evoke emotional responses from readers. Some common examples of similes include “as brave as a lion,” “as sly as a fox,” and “as quick as lightning.”