adaptive
/əˈdæp.tɪv/adj
Middle School
1
Of, pertaining to, characterized by or showing adaptation; making or made fit or suitable.
2
Capable of being adapted or of adapting; susceptible of or undergoing accordant change.
3
Of a trait: that helps an organism to function well in its environment.
4
Of a trait: that helps a person to function well in society.
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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
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