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personification

/ˌpɜːrsənɪˈfɪkeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does personification mean?

noun

The attribution of human characteristics or behavior to non-human entities, such as objects, animals, or ideas. This literary device is used to create vivid and evocative descriptions, often to convey complex emotions or ideas.

Example

"The sun smiled down on us, casting a warm glow over the landscape."

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