A Cliché is a phrase or opinion that is overused and betrays a lack
of original thought. Ex. Live and learn.
An Idiom is an expression, word or phrase whose meaning cannot be predicted from the meanings
of the given words. Ex. It’s raining cats and dogs.
A Metaphor is a figure of speech that uses
an image, story or a tangible item to represent something less tangible. Ex. Her eyes were glistening
jewels.
A Proverb is a short saying that condenses common experience into a memorable
form. Ex. Practice makes perfect.
A Simile is a figure of speech that
compares two different things, usually by using ‘like’ or ‘as.’ Ex. You drink
like a fish.