apogee

/ˈæp.ə.d͡ʒi/noun
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1

The point, in an orbit about the Earth, that is farthest from the Earth: the apoapsis of an Earth orbiter.

2

The point, in an orbit about any planet, that is farthest from the planet: the apoapsis of any satellite.

3

The point, in any trajectory of an object in space, where it is farthest from the Earth.

4

The highest point.

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

Consonance

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