poetry

/ˈpəʊ.ɪ.tɹi/noun
Elementary
1

Literature composed in verse or language exhibiting conscious attention to patterns and rhythm.

2

A poet's literary production.

3

An artistic quality that appeals to or evokes the emotions, in any medium; something having such a quality.

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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