Words like 'Buzz', 'Hiss', 'thud' etC. which represents the sounds of their referents are known as ___________?
Correct answer: A. Onomatopoeia
- A. Onomatopoeia
- B. Homophones
- C. Homonyms
- D. Portmanteau
Explanation
Onomatopoeia names words whose sounds imitate or represent their referents, as in buzz, hiss, and thud. Homophones merely sound alike, while homonyms share a form but may differ in meaning.
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