conjecture

/kənˈd͡ʒɛk.t͡ʃə(ɹ)/noun
High School
1

A statement or an idea which is unproven, but is thought to be true; a guess.

2

A supposition based upon incomplete evidence; a hypothesis.

3

A statement likely to be true based on available evidence, but which has not been formally proven.

4

Interpretation of signs and omens.

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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