legacy

/ˈlɛɡəsi/noun
Middle School
1

Money or property bequeathed to someone in a will.

2

Something inherited from a predecessor or the past.

3

The descendant of an alumnus, given preference in academic admissions.

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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