invention

/ɪnˈvɛnʃən/noun
Elementary
1

Something invented.

2

The act of inventing.

3

The capacity to invent.

4

A small, self-contained composition, particularly those in J.S. Bach’s Two- and Three-part Inventions.

5

The act of discovering or finding; the act of finding out; discovery.

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Sound Patterns & Rhymes

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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