mental

/ˈmɛn.təl/adj
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

Occurring or experienced in the mind.

2

Relating to the mind, its activity, or its products as an object of study.

3

Of or relating to intellectual as contrasted with emotional activity.

4

Of, relating to, or being intellectual as contrasted with overt physical activity.

5

Relating to spirit or idea as opposed to matter.

6

Of, relating to, or affected by a psychiatric disorder.

7

Intended for the care or treatment of persons affected by psychiatric disorders.

8

Mentally disordered; insane, mad, crazy.

9

Enjoyable or fun, especially in a frenetic way.

10

Of or relating to telepathic or mind-reading powers.

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

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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