a. Simile is a figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another thing of a different kind, used to make a description more emphatic or vivid.

Example: You were as brave as a lion.

b. Metaphor is is a figure of speech that is used to make a comparison between two things that aren't alike but do have something in common.

Example: Time is money.

c. Hyperbole is an exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

Example: Her skin is softer than silk