Fun Words. Fun WITH Words.

I just ran across this list of brainstorming tools that can open up unexpected possibilities. And, what's more, they're really cool words to try and remember. I'll be lucky if I can keep any of 'em in my head for longer than a couple days!

Antanaclasis - repeating a single word, but with a different meaning each time ("If you aren't fired with enthusiasm, you will be fired with enthusiasm.")

Paronomasia - using a word with a different sense or with a change in letter or sound ("A pun is its own reword.")

Alliteration - a series of words that begin with the same letter or that sound alike (Steak 'n Shake)

Heteronyms - words that are spelled the same but with different pronunciations ("Live in Arizona. Don't desert the desert.")

Tmesis - division of the elements of a compound word ("Fan-bloody-tastic")

Antithesis - juxtaposition of two ideas that oppose or contradict each other ("In the battle, you'll tremble.")

Assonance - like alliteration, only specifically concerning the repetition of certain vowel sounds ("It's hot and monotonous.")