Metaphorical speech is a type of language that uses comparisons to convey an idea or concept. When referring to this type of speech, synonyms include figurative language, poetic expression, symbolic communication, allegorical narration, and vivid imagery. Figurative language encompasses metaphors, similes, hyperboles, and personification. Poetic expression is a creative way of describing a subject or idea through rhythmic or rhyming words. Symbolic communication involves using a symbol to represent something, like in the case of a flag as a symbol of a country. Allegorical narration conveys a moral or lesson through a story with symbolic characters. Vivid imagery refers to descriptive language that uses detailed sensory words to create a mental picture in the reader's mind.