figure

/ˈfɪɡə/noun
Elementary
1

A drawing or diagram conveying information.

2

The representation of any form, as by drawing, painting, modelling, carving, embroidering, etc.; especially, a representation of the human body.

3

A person or thing representing a certain consciousness.

4

The appearance or impression made by the conduct or career of a person.

5

Distinguished appearance; magnificence; conspicuous representation; splendour; show.

6

A human figure, which dress or corset must fit to; the shape of a human body.

7

A numeral.

8

A number, an amount.

9

A shape.

10

A visible pattern as in wood or cloth.

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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