Glossary I
Iambic pentameter
A poetic meter consisting of five iambs (unstressed syllable followed by a stressed syllable).
Iconic sign
A sign that directly represents or resembles the thing it signifies.
Iconography
The study or use of symbols and images to convey meaning.
Idealism
The belief in or pursuit of perfection or an ideal world.
Idealization
The act of portraying something or someone as perfect or flawless.
Idealized characters
Characters portrayed as perfect or flawless.
Idealized love
A romantic relationship portrayed as perfect or flawless.
Ideal World
A utopian or perfect society.
Identification
The act of recognizing or establishing the identity of something or someone.
Idiom
A phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.
Idiomatic expressions examples
Idiomatic expressions examples – Phrases or expressions that have a different meaning than the literal meaning of the words, such as “kick the bucket” meaning to die.
Imagery
The use of descriptive language to create vivid mental images.
Imagery creation
The act of creating vivid mental images through descriptive language.
Imagery of cherry blossoms
A common motif in Japanese poetry and literature, symbolizing the beauty and transience of life.
Imagination
The ability to create and visualize new ideas and concepts.
Impact
The effect or influence that a piece of writing has on the reader or society as a whole.
Implied meaning
A meaning that is suggested or hinted at rather than explicitly stated.
Inanimate Objects Representation
The use of inanimate objects to convey deeper meanings and themes in a piece of writing.
Inclusivity
The practice of including people of all backgrounds and identities.
Incongruity
A lack of harmony or agreement between two or more elements.
Index
A list of keywords and topics in a piece of writing, often found at the end of a book or document.
Indexical sign
A sign that points to or refers to something specific in its context.
Indirect comparison
Comparing two things indirectly through a third element or characteristic.
Indoctrination
The process of teaching or instilling beliefs or ideologies in a person or group.
Inference
Drawing a conclusion based on evidence or reasoning rather than explicit statements.
Inner conflict
A struggle within oneself, often between conflicting desires or beliefs.
Inoffensive phrasing
The use of language that avoids offending or insulting the reader or subject matter.
Insincerity
Lack of sincerity or honesty in speech or action.
Intensity
The level of emotional or dramatic impact in a story.
Intensity contrast comparison between extremes
The comparison between extreme emotions or situations in a story.
Intensity level
The degree of emotional or dramatic impact in a story.
Intention
The purpose or goal behind a particular action or statement.
Internal conflict
Internal conflict – A psychological struggle within a character, such as a moral dilemma or emotional turmoil.
Internal rhyme
Rhyme that occurs within a single line of poetry.
International relations
The study and analysis of the relationships between countries and their impact on global events.
Interpretation
The act of understanding and explaining the meaning of something.
Interpretation of texts
The act of analyzing and understanding the meaning and significance of written works.
Interpretive framework
A set of assumptions and beliefs used to interpret a text or situation.
Introduction
The opening section of a piece of writing that provides context and sets the tone for the rest of the work.
Introspection
The act of examining one’s own thoughts, feelings, and motivations in order to gain insight and self-awareness.
Ironical paradox
A statement or situation that contradicts itself in a humorous or unexpected way.
Ironic statement interpretation
Understanding the true meaning of a statement that is meant to be ironic.
Ironic twist
A sudden and unexpected turn of events that is ironic in nature.
Irony
A contrast between what is expected and what actually happens.
Irony in satire
The use of irony in satirical writing or speech to criticize or ridicule a person or group.
Irony interpretation
Understanding the opposite of what is expected or intended in a situation or statement.
Irony of fate
A situation in which a person’s actions lead to an unexpected and ironic outcome.
Irony of situation
A situation in which the outcome is the opposite of what was expected.
Irony vs sarcasm
Irony is a contrast between what is expected and what actually happens, while sarcasm is a form of verbal irony that is meant to mock or ridicule.
Isolation
The state of being alone or separated from others, often used as a literary device to create tension or introspection.