problematic

/ˌpɹɒb.ləˈmæt.ɪk/adj
Middle School
1

Difficult to overcome, solve, or decide.

2

Not settled, uncertain, of uncertain outcome; debatable, questionable, open to doubt.

3

Contributing (especially if subtly) to discrimination (such as racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, or ageism).

4

Only affirming the possibility that a predicate be actualised.

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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