burst

/bɝst/verb
Elementary
1

To break from internal pressure.

2

To cause to break from internal pressure.

3

To cause to break by any means.

4

To separate (printer paper) at perforation lines.

5

To enter or exit hurriedly and unexpectedly.

6

To erupt; to change state suddenly as if bursting.

7

To produce as an effect of bursting.

8

To interrupt suddenly in a violent or explosive manner; to shatter.

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

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