What is an extended metaphor?

a. a metaphor that makes a comparison by using the words "like" or "as"

b. a metaphor that sustains the comparison for several lines, or for an entire poem

c. a metaphor that suggests the comparison rather than stating it directly

d. a commonly used metaphor that has become part of ordinary language

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Joey Madden

4 March, 10:44

What is an extended metaphor?

a. a metaphor that makes a comparison by using the words "like" or "as"

b. a metaphor that sustains the comparison for several lines, or for an entire poem

c. a metaphor that suggests the comparison rather than stating it directly

d. a commonly used metaphor that has become part of ordinary language

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Todd Fernandez · Answer 1

In general, an extended metaphor is " a metaphor that sustains the comparison for several lines, or for an entire poem" since it is almost always longer than a standard metaphor.