CEFR B2

personification

noun

Meaning

The attribution of a personal nature or human characteristics to something nonhuman, or the representation of an abstract quality in human form.

Examples

The poet used personification to give the moon a sad face.
In the story, the brave little toaster is a great example of personification.

Synonyms: anthropomorphism, embodiment, representation, characterization

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personification (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /pərˌsɑːnəfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Definition

The attribution of a personal nature or human characteristics to something nonhuman, or the representation of an abstract quality in human form.

Examples

The poet used personification to give the moon a sad face.
In the story, the brave little toaster is a great example of personification.
The author's use of personification made the inanimate objects seem alive.

How to Use personification

personification of (prepositional phrase): Giving human qualities to a specific nonhuman thing or abstract concept. — "The story featured the personification of Death as a skeletal figure."
personification in (prepositional phrase): Referring to the use of personification within a particular work or context. — "Personification in children's literature often helps young readers connect with the story."

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