notion

/ˈnəʊʃən/noun
Middle SchoolNot in standard dictionaries
1

Mental apprehension of whatever may be known, thought, or imagined; idea, concept.

2

A sentiment; an opinion.

3

Sense; mind.

4

An invention; an ingenious device; a knickknack.

5

Any small article used in sewing and haberdashery, either for attachment to garments or as a tool, such as a button, zipper, or thimble.

6

Inclination; intention; predisposition; disposition.

7

Pretentiousness or overambition.

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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