capitol

/ˈkæp.ɪ.təl/noun
High School
1

Any building or complex of buildings in which a legislature meets.

2

Any citadel or complex of buildings similar to the Roman Capitol, particularly Italian and Roman citadels including temples to Jupiter, Juno, and Minerva.

3

Alternative form of capitoul (“the former chief magistrates of Toulouse, France”).

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Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

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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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Assonance

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Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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