profession

/pɹəˈfɛʃ.ən/noun
Middle School
1

A promise or vow made on entering a religious order.

2

The declaration of belief in the principles of a religion; hence, one's faith or religion.

3

Any declaration of belief, faith or one's opinion, whether genuine or (as now often implied) pretended.

4

An occupation, trade, craft, or activity in which one has a professed expertise in a particular area; a job, especially one requiring a high level of skill or training.

5

The practitioners of such an occupation collectively.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

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