apostle

/əˈpɑsl̩/noun
Middle School
1

A missionary, or leader of a religious mission, especially one in the early Christian Church (but see Apostle).

2

A pioneer or early advocate of a particular cause, prophet of a belief.

3

A top-ranking ecclesiastical official in the twelve seat administrative council of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

4

A person who is plucked, that is, refused an academic degree.

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Words that share the same ending sound pattern

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Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

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Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

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