ancient

/ˈeɪn.ʃənt/adj
Elementary
1

Having lasted from a remote period; having been of long duration; of great age, very old.

2

Existent or occurring in time long past, usually in remote ages; belonging to or associated with antiquity; old, as opposed to modern.

3

Relating to antiquity as a primarily European historical period; the time before the Middle Ages.

4

Experienced; versed.

5

Former; sometime.

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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

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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