accountable

/əˈkaʊntəbl̩/adj
Middle School
1

Obliged, when called upon, to answer (for one’s deeds); answerable.

2

Obliged to keep accurate records (of property or funds).

3

Liable to be called on to render an account.

4

Capable of being accounted for; explicable; explainable.

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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