elicit

/ɪˈlɪsɪt/verb
High School
1

To evoke, educe (emotions, feelings, responses, etc.); to generate, obtain, or provoke as a response or answer.

2

To draw out, bring out, bring forth (something latent); to obtain information from someone or something.

3

To use logic to arrive at truth; to derive by reason.

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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