oppose

/əˈpəʊz/verb
Middle School
1

To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against.

2

To object to.

3

To present or set up in opposition; to pose.

4

To place in front of, or over against; to set opposite; to exhibit.

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