obedience

/ə(ʊ)ˈbiːdɪəns/noun
Elementary
1

The quality of being obedient.

2

The collective body of persons subject to any particular authority.

3

A written instruction from the superior of an order to those under him.

4

Any official position under an abbot's jurisdiction.

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