Example Sentences
"A reference to Hercules' strength is an allusion."
"Allusions add depth by connecting to broader cultural knowledge."
Synonyms & Related Terms
Quick Check
Which best describes the meaning of allusion?
Study Tips
To remember allusion, try writing it in a sentence of your own. Connect it to something you already know about english language arts.
Use it in conversation today — saying a word aloud three times helps lock it into long-term memory.