cumulative

/ˈkjuːmjʊlətɪv/adj
High School
1

Incorporating all current and previous data up to the present or at the time of measuring or collating.

2

That is formed by an accumulation of successive additions.

3

Adding one statement to another.

4

That tends to accumulate.

5

Having priority rights to receive a dividend that accrue until paid.

6

(of evidence, witnesses, etc.) Intended to illustrate an argument that has already been demonstrated excessively.

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