disturbance

/dɪˈstɜː.bəns/noun
Middle School
1

The act of disturbing, being disturbed.

2

Something that disturbs.

3

A noisy commotion that causes a hubbub or interruption.

4

An interruption of that which is normal or regular.

5

A serious mental imbalance or illness.

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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