clarity

/ˈklæɹ.ɪ.ti/noun
Middle School
1

The state or measure of being clear, either in appearance, thought or style; lucidity.

2

The ability to be easily understood.

3

The ability to think clearly and rationally.

4

The ability to be easily heard.

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