great

/ˈɡɹeɪt/adj
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

Taking much space; large.

2

Much, more than usual.

3

Intensifying a word or expression, used in mild oaths.

4

Very good; excellent; wonderful; fantastic.

5

Important, consequential.

6

Involving more generations than the qualified word implies — as many extra generations as repetitions of the word great (from 1510s).

7

Pregnant; large with young; full of.

8

Intimate; familiar.

9

Arising from or possessing idealism; admirable; commanding; illustrious; eminent.

10

Impressive or striking.

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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