pathological

/ˌpæθ.əˈlɑd͡ʒ.ɪ.kəl/adj
High School
1

Pertaining to pathology.

2

Relating to, amounting to, or caused by a physical or mental disorder.

3

Having properties which are counterintuitive or difficult to handle.

4

Having properties that cause unusually bad behaviour, especially regarding correctness or performance.

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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