Emotion
Definition
Emotion refers to strong feelings experienced by characters in literature, which can evoke empathy from readers and add depth to their experiences.
Analogy
Emotions are like colors on an artist's palette. Just as different hues convey different moods and atmospheres in paintings, emotions bring life and vibrancy to characters' actions and interactions in literature.
Related terms
Mood: The atmosphere created by the author's choice of words, setting, tone, etc., which influences readers' emotional response.
Tone: The author's attitude towards their subject matter conveyed through their writing style and word choice.
Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of another, often experienced by readers towards characters in literature.
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