petty

/ˈpɛt.i/adj
Middle SchoolNot in standard dictionaries
1

Having little or no importance.

2

Of persons or their behaviour: marked by or reflective of undesirably limited interests, sympathies, or views; begrudging, selfish, small-minded; also, preoccupied with subjects having little or no importance and not mindful of broader concerns.

3

Inclined to cause frustration or annoyance to others out of spite over minor grievances; extremely vindictive.

4

Of or relating to the lowest grade or level of school; junior, primary.

5

Little or small in size.

6

Secondary in importance or rank; minor, subordinate.

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

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