meditate
/ˈmɛ.dɪˌteɪt/verb
Middle School
1
To contemplate; to keep the mind fixed upon something; to study.
2
To sit or lie down and come to a deep rest while still remaining conscious.
3
To consider; to reflect on.
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