A kenning is a figurative expression that replaces a name or a noun. Often it is a compound of two words and the words are hyphenated. Kennings are usually associated with Old Norse, Icelandic, and Anglo Saxon poetry. Modern Examples of Kennings Ankle-biter = a very young child Bean counter = a CPA or accountant Bookworm = […]
Examples of Karma
Karma is a belief that whatever you do will come back to you, either in this life or the next. It is embraced by followers of Buddhism, Hinduism, and others around the world. For some this is not only deeds, but thoughts and words as well. Taking a Look at Karma Here are some examples of […]
Examples of Judicial Powers
The term judicial powers refers to the power of the Judicial Branch of the United States government to hear cases and interpret, enforce or nullify laws and statutes in order to render verdicts. Types of Judicial Powers Judicial powers can fall into several different categories. Here are some examples of judicial powers: Original Jurisdiction: This is when […]
Examples of Jim Crow Laws
“It shall be unlawful for a negro and white person to play together or in company with each other at any game of pool or billiards.” This selection is an example of a Jim Crow law that was effective in the state of Alabama from the late 19th century to the early 20th century. Jim Crow laws […]
Examples of Jargon in the Workplace
There are many examples of jargon in the workplace. Whether it is the typical colloquial language that is heard in a café or the stuff that you might say or hear in a cubicle or around a water cooler in the office, workplace jargon is very common. Workplace Jargon Examples Below are a few examples of popular buzz phrases […]
Examples of Jargon
Jargon is like a type of shorthand between members of a particular group of people, often words that are meaningless outside of a certain context. Following are some examples of jargon that will help illustrate the concept. Examples of Medical Jargon Agonal – Term to signify a major, negative change in a patient’s condition BP – […]
Examples of Irregular Verbs
“Its” refers to either the possessive form of the pronoun “it” or to “it’s,” the contraction of the words “it is” or “it has.” Many people confuse the two different uses of its (its and it’s); so, it can be helpful to consider some examples. Its: Possessive vs. Contraction Its As a Possessive Its is […]
Examples of Irrational Numbers
An irrational number cannot be expressed as a ratio between two numbers and it cannot be written as a simple fraction because there is not a finite number of numbers when written as a decimal. Instead, the numbers in the decimal would go on forever, without repeating. Common Examples of Irrational Numbers Pi, which begins with 3.14, […]
Examples of Irony in History
Irony is most often defined as a contrast between expectations and realities in a circumstance. Throughout history there have been many examples of irony in a variety of different areas including politics, government, culture and media. Irony is often only recognized well after an original statement or occurrence since it often takes current perspectives to shed […]
Examples of Irony
Irony usually conveys a difference between how things seem to be and the reality. As a literary technique it is used when a certain outcome is revealed, but is not what readers were expecting or hoping for. Irony can be difficult to define; it’s often subjective and depends on the audience’s expectations. Take the song “Ironic” by […]