informal

/ɪnˈfɔɹm(ə)l/adj
Middle School
1

Not formal or ceremonious.

2

Not in accord with the usual regulations.

3

Suited for everyday use.

4

Reflecting everyday, non-ceremonious usage.

5

Not organized; not structured or planned.

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