Imagery

Definition
Imagery is the representation
through language of sense
experience.
Using words to describe things we
normally experiences with our sense
of sight, sound, taste, touch, smell,
etc.

The Senses
Visual Imagery
Language used to represent an
experience we normally perceive
with our eyes.
The lush green grass formed a living
frame for a single white blossom.

The Senses
Auditory Imagery
Language used to represent an
experience we normally perceive
with our ears.
The crashing and banging coming
from the kitchen alerted me to the
intruders presence.

The Senses
Olfactory Imagery
Language used to represent an
experience we normally perceive
with our sense of smell.
The spicy aroma of garlic and
sauted onions encircled me when I
stepped into the room.

The Senses
Gustatory
Language used to represent an
experience we normally perceive
with our mouths through taste.
The sweet, tangy flavor of the orange
candy swirled through me.

The Senses
Tactile
Language used to represent an
experience we normally perceive
through touch.
The rough, grainy surface abraded
my skin.