deafness

/ˈdɛfnəs/noun
Elementary
1

The condition of being deaf; the lack or loss of the ability to hear.

2

Lack of knowledge or refusal to admit a particular problem, issue, etc.

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