U Vic Writer's Guide: Literary and Rhetorical Terms: An Alphabetical List

A comprehensive list of literary terms from the University of Victoria that will give students definitions and examples of how they are used. Terms are sorted by category. L.11-12.4d Verify meaning

A succinct definition of modernism, with examples of authors and styles.

This definition is complete and contains hyperlinks to related terms, as well as an example.

This site from The UVic Writer's Guide provides an excellent overview of character and characterization. Content also explores flat and round characters. RL.9-10.3 Analyzing Characters.

The University of Victoria's Writer's Guide includes an extensive list of literary and rhetorical terms. List can be displayed alphabetically.

This is a glossary of literary and rhetorical terms in alphabetical order by Jack Lynch, Rutgers University. Click the desired link to find the definition.

This page offers a detailed overview of plot, including its various aspects and use in various types of literary works.

Definition of paradox with example from the poetry of John Donne and links to related terms such as oxymoron and metaphysical conceit.

Here's a definition of Narrator that includes distinctions "between the narrator, the author, and the implied author."

A good definition of satire, with links to related definitions and literary terms.