Earthling

/ˈɜːθlɪŋ/noun
Middle School
1

An inhabitant of Earth, as opposed to one of heaven.

2

An inhabitant of Earth, as opposed to one of another planet; specifically, a sentient member of any species native to Earth.

3

A person who is materialistic or worldly; a worldling.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

#archaic

More Middle School words starting with “E

Browse other words in the same learning bracket as Earthling.

Browse the dictionary A–Z