anathema

/əˈnæθəmə/noun
High School
1

A ban or curse pronounced with religious solemnity by ecclesiastical authority, often accompanied by excommunication; something denounced as accursed.

2

Something which is vehemently disliked by somebody.

3

An imprecation; a curse; a malediction.

4

Any person or thing anathematized, or cursed by ecclesiastical authority to unending punishment.

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