This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Figurative Language & Literary Devices has 12 clues. Answers range from 5 to 14 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.
harmful words
the use of informal and unconventional words that often are understood only by others in a particular group
sugar coating
some find it funny but it can sometimes be offensive
offensive language
words with strongly positive or negative connotations
rule that has to do with the meaning of individual words
rule that deals with the implications or interpretations of statements
rule that deals with the punctuation (how you pronounce) of a word
rule that governs the order of words within phrases and clauses
a structured system of symbols used to communicate meaning
we use them to represent ideas, observations, feelings, and thoughts