world

/wɜːld/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

The subjective human experience, regarded collectively; human collective existence; existence in general; the reality we live in.

2

The subjective human experience, regarded individually.

3

A majority of people.

4

The Universe.

5

The Earth, especially in a geopolitical or cultural context, or as the physical planet.

6

Any of several possible scenarios concerning The Earth, either as the physical planet, or in a geopolitical, cultural or societal context.

7

(Several) alternative scenarios concerning The Earth, either as the physical planet, or in a geopolitical, cultural or societal context.

8

A planet, especially one which is inhabited or inhabitable.

9

Any other astronomical body which may be inhabitable, such as a natural satellite.

10

A very large extent of country.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

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

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