masterpiece

/ˈmæstɚˌpis/noun
Middle School
1

A piece of work that has been given much critical praise, especially one that is considered the greatest work of a person's career.

2

A work of outstanding creativity, skill or workmanship.

3

A work created in order to qualify as a master craftsman and member of a guild.

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