antiquity
/ænˈtɪk.wɪ.ti/noun
High School
1
Ancient times; faraway history; former ages.
2
The people of ancient times.
3
An old gentleman.
4
The historical period preceding the Middle Ages (c. 500-1500), primarily relating to European history.
5
A relic or monument of ancient times, such as a coin, a statue, etc.; an ancient institution.
6
The state of being ancient or of ancient lineage.
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
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