Examples of Simile and Metaphor
Examples of Simile and Metaphor
1. As black as coal
Example: His face became as black as coal after being criticized.
2. As blind as a bat
Example: My uncle is as blind as a bat without his spectacles.
3. As cool as a cucumber
Example: While all of us were panicking just before the declaration of
the results, Naina was as cool as a cucumber.
4. As brave as a lion
Example: While fighting the war, the soldier was as brave as a lion.
6. As cold as ice
Example: The expression on her face was as cold as ice.
7. As busy as a bee
Example: My wife is as busy as a bee in the mornings.
8. As clean as a whistle
Example: The maid has done a good job, and the hall is as clean as a
whistle
9. As soft as velvet
Example: I just love my new blanket, it is as soft as velvet!
19. As strong as an ox
Example: Although he has lost some weight, he is still as strong as an
ox.