counterbalance

/ˌkaʊntəˈbæləns/noun
High School
1

A weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance.

2

A force or influence that balances, checks or limits an opposite one.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

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