appropriation

/əˌpɹoʊpɹiˈeɪʃən/noun
High School
1

An act or instance of appropriating.

2

That which is appropriated.

3

Public funds set aside for a specific purpose.

4

The use of borrowed elements in the creation of a new work.

5

The assimilation of concepts into a governing framework.

6

In church law, the making over of a benefice to an owner who receives the tithes, but is bound to appoint a vicar for the spiritual service of the parish.

7

The principle that supplies granted by a legislature are only to be expended in the manner specified by that legislature.

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