insult

/ɪnˈsʌlt/verb
Elementary
1

To be insensitive, insolent, or rude to (somebody); to affront or demean (someone).

2

To assail, assault, or attack; (specifically, military) to carry out an assault, attack, or onset without preparation.

3

To behave in an obnoxious and superior manner (against or over someone).

4

To leap or trample upon.

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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