minimalism

noun
University
1

A style of art that emphasises extreme simplicity of form.

2

A style of music that emphasises extreme simplicity of rhythms and melodic forms to achieve a trancelike effect.

3

Of simple living, the intentional reduction of material possessions and distractions.

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