avuncular

/əˈvʌŋkjʊlə/adj
High School
1

In the manner of an uncle, pertaining to an uncle.

2

Kind, genial, benevolent, or tolerant.

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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”)

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