afterlife

/ˈɑːftəˌlaɪf/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

A conscious existence after death; a supernatural life that follows one's natural life, in some worldviews.

2

The place believed to be inhabited by people who have died.

3

The part of a person's life that follows a particular stage or event; later life.

4

The effects of a person's actions, or their reputation, after death.

5

The events or situations that result from a particular event; the later reception, consumption or reworking of something, especially a cultural production such as a film, book, etc.

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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