affluence

/ˈæf.lu.əns/noun
High School
1

An abundant flow or supply.

2

An abundance of wealth.

3

A moderate level of wealth.

4

An influx.

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

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