authoritarian

/ɔːˌθɒɹ.ɪˈtɛə̯.ɹɪən/adj
High School
1

Of, or relating to, or exhibiting strict obedience to an authority; favoring authoritarianism over civic and individual liberties.

2

Demanding obedience to authority; marked by authoritarianism; dictatorial, tyrannical.

3

Tending to impose one's demands upon others as if one were an authority.

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