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How does a metaphor differ from a simile?

a.
A metaphor directly states that one thing is another

b.
A metaphor involves exaggeration and often makes an extreme comparisons

c.
A metaphor uses "like" or "as" to compare objects in a more subtle and indirect way

d.
A metaphor is always humorous

1 answer

The correct answer is:

a. A metaphor directly states that one thing is another.

A simile, on the other hand, uses "like" or "as" to make a comparison between two different things.