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Rudiy27
2 years ago
8

Which phrase best defines the term "figurative language"? language that directly states what it means the representation of one

idea by another an exaggeration of the way things really are language that is not intended to be taken literally​
English
1 answer:
monitta2 years ago
7 0

Answer:

I believe the answer should be C. an exaggeration of the way things really are.

Explanation:

Figurative language is typically when you go beyond the literal meaning or the words expected to be used. Such as a simile, metaphor, personification and hyperbole.

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