composition

/ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/noun
Middle School
1

The act of putting together; assembly.

2

A mixture or compound; the result of composing.

3

The proportion of different parts to make a whole.

4

The general makeup of a thing or person.

5

A puzzle created by the composer using chess pieces on a chessboard, which presents the solver with a particular task.

6

An agreement or treaty used to settle differences; later especially, an agreement to stop hostilities; a truce.

7

A payment of money in order to clear a liability or obligation; a settling or fine.

8

A payment of fine in order to settle a (usually minor) criminal charge.

9

an agreement or compromise by which a creditor or group of creditors accepts partial payment from a debtor.

10

An essay.

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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