diocese

/ˈdaɪ.ə.sɪs/noun
Middle School
1

An administrative division of the later Roman Empire, established by the Herodian tetrarchy.

2

An ecclesiastical territory administered by a bishop.

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