Simile

/ˈsɪməli/ noun

A figure of speech in which one thing is compared to another, in the case of English generally using like or as.

Definition

  1. (noun) A figure of speech in which one thing is compared to another, in the case of English generally using like or as. “A simile is a bit like a metaphor.”

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Word stats

  • Simile contains 6 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 3 consonant(s).
  • It uses 5 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 2.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 8.

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What does Simile mean?

A figure of speech in which one thing is compared to another, in the case of English generally using like or as.

How many letters are in Simile?

Simile has 6 letters.

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