concern

/kənˈsɝn/noun
Elementary
1

That which affects one’s welfare or happiness. A matter of interest to someone.

2

The placement of interest or worry on a subject.

3

A worry; a sense that something may be wrong; an identification of a possible problem.

4

The expression of solicitude, anxiety, or compassion toward a thing or person.

5

A business, firm or enterprise; a company.

6

Any set of information that affects the code of a computer program.

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