Which term describes 'comparison of 2 unlike things without using like or as'?

• A. Simile
• B. Metaphor
• C. Pun
• D. Verbal Irony

Answer: (B)

Metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things by saying one thing is the other, without using like or as. This creates a direct, concrete image that helps us understand a concept or character more vividly. For example, describing a brave leader as a “lion” conveys strength and courage without stating it outright. A simile would instead say the leader is “brave as a lion,” using like or as. A pun hinges on wordplay for humor, and verbal irony involves saying the opposite of what is meant, often to critique. So the term that fits the description of a direct comparison without like or as is metaphor.