observant

/əbˈzɝvənt/adj
Middle School
1

Alert and paying close attention; watchful.

2

Diligently attentive in observing a law, custom, duty or principle; regardful; mindful.

3

Practicing a religion.

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