divest

/daɪˈvɛst/verb
High School
1

To strip, deprive, or dispossess (someone) of something (such as a right, passion, privilege, or prejudice).

2

To sell off or be rid of through sale, especially of a subsidiary.

3

To undress.

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

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