anxiety
/ˌæŋ(ɡ)ˈzaɪ.ɪ.ti/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1
An unpleasant state of mental uneasiness, nervousness, apprehension and obsession or concern about some uncertain event.
2
An uneasy or distressing desire (for something). Endeavor (to please).
3
A state of restlessness and agitation, often accompanied by a distressing sense of oppression or tightness in the stomach.
4
Any anxiety disorder, especially generalized anxiety disorder.
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Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Rhymes
Words that share the same ending sound pattern
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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