common

/ˈkɒm.ən/adj
Elementary
1

Mutual; shared by more than one.

2

Of a quality: existing among virtually all people; universal.

3

Occurring or happening regularly or frequently; usual.

4

Found in large numbers or in a large quantity; usual.

5

Simple, ordinary or vulgar.

6

As part of the vernacular name of a species, usually denoting that it is abundant or widely known.

7

Vernacular, referring to the name of a kind of plant or animal.

8

Arising from use or tradition, as opposed to being created by a legislative body.

9

Of, pertaining or belonging to the common gender.

10

Of or pertaining to common nouns as opposed to proper nouns.

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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