faculty

/ˈfæk.əl.ti/noun
Middle School
1

The academic staff at schools, colleges, universities or not-for-profit research institutes, as opposed to the students or support staff.

2

A division of a university.

3

An ability, power, or skill.

4

An authority, power, or privilege conferred by a higher authority.

5

A licence to make alterations to a church.

6

The members of a profession.

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