confirm

/kənˈfɜːm/verb
Middle School
1

To strengthen; to make firm or resolute.

2

To administer the sacrament of confirmation on (someone).

3

To assure the accuracy of previous statements.

4

To approve a proposal or nomination.

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