What is a metaphor?

Question

(1 point)
a figure of speech that compares seemingly unlike things by saying one thing is the other thing
a figure of speech that substitutes an agreeable phrase
• in place of one that might be harsh or
unpleasant
a figure of speech created by placing two words with
• conflicting meanings next to each other to create an effect
a figure of speech

Answer 1

The correct answer is: a figure of speech that compares seemingly unlike things by saying one thing is the other thing.