popularity

/ˌpɒp.jəˈlæɹ.ɪ.ti/noun
Middle School
1

The quality or state of being popular; especially, the state of being widely liked or in favor with the people at large.

2

The quality or state of being adapted or pleasing to common, poor, or vulgar people

3

cheapness; inferiority; vulgarity.

4

Something which obtains, or is intended to obtain, the favor of the vulgar; claptrap.

5

The act of courting the favour of the people.

6

Public sentiment; general passion.

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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