civil
/ˈsɪv.əl/adj
Middle School
1
Having to do with people and government office as opposed to the military or religion.
2
Behaving in a reasonable or polite manner; avoiding displays of hostility.
3
In a peaceful and well-ordered state.
4
Relating to private relations among citizens, as opposed to criminal matters.
5
Secular.
Thesaurus
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
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
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