chummy

/ˈt͡ʃʌ.mɪ/adj
Middle SchoolNot in standard dictionaries
1

Friendly

2

Naturally and genuinely easy to get along with.

3

Making a show of friendliness; attempting to be on intimate terms but insincerely or inappropriately; cozying up.

4

On intimate terms

5

In a close friendship or relationship.

6

On intimate terms but in an inappropriate way, for dishonest or selfish motives, etc.

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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