absolutely

/ˈæb.səˌl(j)uːt.li/adv
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1

In an absolute or unconditional manner; utterly, positively, wholly.

2

Independently; viewed without relation to other things or factors.

3

As an intensive: extremely, very, indeed.

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Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

acutelyastutely

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”)

aaaabaabcabdabeaboabsabtabuaca

Assonance

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

boobuachucoodewdoodrudueduoewy

Consonance

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

batbutbatebeetbeitbirtbitzbostbratbute

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