murky

/ˈmɜː(ɹ)ki/adj
Middle School
1

Hard to see through, as a fog or mist.

2

Dark, dim, gloomy.

3

Cloudy, indistinct, obscure.

4

Dishonest, shady.

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