personification
English → English
noun//pəˌsɒn.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən//
(literature) Anthropomorphism: a figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas
The poet uses personification when he describes the wind 'whispering' through the trees.
(English) The poet uses personification when he describes the wind 'whispering' through the trees.
In many fables, animals are the personification of human virtues like wisdom or greed.
(English) In many fables, animals are the personification of human virtues like wisdom or greed.
Entry ID: en:en:personification · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary