discern

/dɪˈsɜːn/verb
High School
1

To detect with the senses, especially with the eyes.

2

To perceive, recognize, or comprehend with the mind; to descry.

3

To distinguish something as being different from something else; to differentiate or discriminate.

4

To perceive differences.

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