preference

/ˈpɹɛf(ə)ɹ(ə)ns/noun
Middle School
1

The selection of one thing or person over others (with the main adposition being "for" in relation to the thing or person, but possibly also "of")

2

The option to so select, and the one selected.

3

The state of being preferred over others.

4

A strong liking or personal valuation.

5

A preferential bias; partiality; discrimination.

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