likelihood

/ˈlaɪklihʊd/noun
Middle School
1

The probability of a specified outcome; the chance of something happening; probability; the state or degree of being probable.

2

The probability that some fixed outcome was generated by a random distribution with a specific parameter.

3

Likeness, resemblance.

4

Appearance, show, sign, expression.

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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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