deliberate

/dɪˈlɪb.(ə.)ɹət/adj
Middle School
1

Done on purpose; intentional.

2

Formed with deliberation; carefully considered; not sudden or rash.

3

Of a person, weighing facts and arguments with a view to a choice or decision; carefully considering the probable consequences of a step; slow in determining.

4

Not hasty or sudden; slow.

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