constraint
/kənˈstɹeɪnt/noun
Middle School
1
Something that constrains; a restriction.
2
An irresistible force or compulsion.
3
The repression of one's feelings.
4
A condition that a solution to an optimization problem must satisfy.
5
A linkage or other restriction that maintains database integrity.
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