Pairs of contradictory words introduce learners to paradoxes, the literary device writers use to get readers thinking deeply about their messages. An interactive lesson uses poems by Emily Dickinson and Wilfred Owen and excerpts from the...

Have everything you need to know about the elements of poetry with a nine-page handout. Split into four categories—word sounds, meanings, arrangement, and imagery—budding poets may reference terms, read definitions, descriptions, and...

This is a glossary entry for the literary term "Oxymoron" including a definition and a list of more that 50 oxymorons.

Informational site that provides the definition for and examples of oxymoron. L.9-10.5a Figures of Speech

Definition of paradox with example from the poetry of John Donne and links to related terms such as oxymoron and metaphysical conceit.

This site from The UVic Writer's Guide provides a brief description of the literary term "oxymoron." Content includes a literary example.

A simple list of literary terms. Click on each for a definition and examples.

The University of Victoria's Writer's Guide includes an extensive list of literary and rhetorical terms. List can be displayed alphabetically.

The second of three pages of simple definitions for literary terms. This page, F - R, covers forty-seven terms from "Fable," to "Romance."

Calling itself "unique," Bob's is easy to use, with cross-links throughout, phonetic pronunciation guides when necessary, and many examples and quotations. Click on the letter and scroll for the word.