Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Extended metaphors are metaphors that are developed over several lines, paragraphs, or even entire works. They allow for deeper exploration and understanding by drawing out comparisons between two seemingly unrelated things.
Related terms
Allegory: A narrative in which characters, events, or settings represent abstract ideas or moral qualities.