Order of Adjectives

Order of Adjectives

Look at these adjectives and try to put them in the correct order to describe a bowl: French, glass, fruit, white, old, round, nice, big (bowl). You can check your answer by clicking “Answer Key” below. Were you correct? If so, good job! But do you understand why that order is considered correct? Is there any room for variation?

If you came up with an order different from the one in the answer key, this article will explain the logic behind it. So whether you nailed it or not, read on. Not only will we explain this, but we’ll also provide more practice opportunities toward the end.

Answer Key 🔑

nice, big, round, old, white, French glass fruit bowl

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Understanding Sarcasm: Meaning, Examples, and Everyday Use

Understanding Sarcasm: Meaning, Examples, and Everyday Use

Sarcasm isn’t just about rolling your eyes or making snarky comments—it’s a surprisingly fun and powerful communication tool. When used well, it can add humor, express emotions more vividly, and even make everyday conversations more engaging. In this article, we’ll explore what sarcasm really is, how to recognize it, and why it works. By the end, you might just feel inspired to try using it yourself—and who knows, you might even enjoy it.


I swear, this thing has a sixth sense for panic deadlines!
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Synecdoche & Metonymy

Synecdoche & Metonymy

Welcome to our new article on literary devices! In this post, we’ll explore synecdoche and metonymy—two figures of speech that share similarities but also have distinct characteristics. If you’re not familiar with the terms metonymy and synecdoche, no worries! Keep reading, and you might discover that you already use them more often than you think.

By the end of the article, challenge yourself to identify examples of synecdoche and metonymy in the sentence: With the press covering every detail, the new wheels are becoming the talk of the town.

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