Alliteration Definition

Alliteration is derived from Latins Latira. It means letters of

alphabet. It is a stylistic device in which a number of words, having the
same first consonant sound, occur close together in a series.
Common Examples of Alliteration

Dunkin Donuts

PayPal

Best Buy

Coca-Cola

Life Lock

Park Place

American Apparel

American Airlines

Chuckee Cheeses

Bed Bath & Beyond

Krispy Kreme

The Scotch and Sirloin

Allusion Definition

Allusion is a brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing or idea

of historical, cultural, literary or political significance. It does not
describe in detail the person or thing to which it refers. It is just a
passing comment and the writer expects the reader to possess enough
knowledge to spot the allusion and grasp its importance in a text.

Literary Allusions
There are several ways that an allusion can help a writer:

Allusions engage the reader and will often help the reader remember the
message or theme of the passage.

Allusions allow the writer to give an example or get a point across without
going into a lengthy discourse.

Biblical Allusions
There are many biblical allusions that are used in our everyday language and in
writing.

Here are a few examples:

He was a Good Samaritan yesterday when he helped the lady start her car.
This refers to the biblical story of the Good Samaritan.

She turned the other cheek after she was cheated out of a promotion. This
comes from teaching of Jesus that you should not get revenge.

This place is like a Garden of Eden. The Garden of Eden was the paradise
God made for Adam and Eve.
Understanding Allusions

Because allusions make reference to something other than what is directly being
discussed, you may miss an allusion or fail to understand it if you do not know the
underlying biblical story, literary tale or other reference point.

Hyperbole Definition
Hyperbole is the use of obvious and deliberate exaggeration.
Hyperbolic statements are often extravagant and not meant to be
taken literally. These statements are used to create a strong
impression and add emphasis. We use hyperbole frequently in
everyday language, saying things like Im so hungry I could eat a
cow, or We had to wait forever for the bus. Hyperbole
sometimes makes use simile or metaphor to create the effect of
exaggeration, such as Hes as strong as an ox.
Common Examples of Hyperbole

My grandmother is as old as the hills.

Your suitcase weighs a ton!

She is as heavy as an elephant!

I am dying of shame.

I am trying to solve a million issues these days.