fiend

/fiːnd/noun
Middle SchoolNot in standard dictionaries
1

A devil or demon; a malignant or diabolical being; an evil spirit.

2

A very evil person.

3

An enemy; a foe.

4

The enemy of mankind, specifically, the Devil; Satan.

5

An addict or fanatic.

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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

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