canonize

/ˈkænənaɪz/verb
High School
1

To declare (a deceased person) as a saint, and enter them into the canon of saints.

2

To regard as a saint; to glorify, to exalt to the highest honour.

3

To formally declare (a piece of religious writing) to be part of the biblical canon.

4

To regard (an artistic or written work or its creator) as one of a group that are representative of a particular field.

5

Especially of a church: to give official approval to; to authorize, to sanction.

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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