orthodox

/ˈɔːθədɒks/adj
High School
1

Conforming to the accepted, established, or traditional doctrines of a given faith, religion, or ideology.

2

Adhering to whatever is customary, traditional, or generally accepted.

3

Of the eastern churches, Eastern Orthodox.

4

Of a branch of Judaism.

5

Of pollen, seed, or spores: viable for a long time; viable when dried to low moisture content.

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