deciduous

/dɪˈsɪd͡ʒ.ʊ.əs/adj
High School
1

Describing a part that falls off, or is shed, at a particular time or stage of development.

2

Of or pertaining to trees which lose their leaves in winter or the dry season.

3

Transitory, ephemeral, not lasting.

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