discriminate

/dɪˈskɹɪm.ɪ.neɪt/verb
Middle School
1

To make distinctions.

2

To treat or affect differently, depending on differences in traits.

3

To make decisions harmful to (a person or group) based on prejudice.

4

To infringe upon (a person's rights) in a prejudicial manner.

5

To set apart as being different; to mark as different; to separate from another by discerning differences; to distinguish.

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