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Onomatopoeia

Definition:

Onomatopoeia is a figure of speech where words imitate the sounds they describe. It refers to the use of words that sound like what they represent or mimic sounds associated with the objects or actions being referred to.

Examples:

Noun:

1. The word 'buzz' is an onomatopoeia because it sounds like the noise made by a bee.

2. 'Crash,' 'bang,' and 'boom' are examples of onomatopoeia used to describe loud noises.

Adjective:

1. The poet effectively used onomatopoeic words to create a vivid imagery in the reader's mind.

2. The comic book is filled with onomatopoeic phrases that add excitement to the action scenes.

Related forms:

• Adverb: onomatopoeically
• Verb: onomatopoeize

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