randomness

/ˈɹæn.dəm.nəs/noun
Middle School
1

The property of all possible outcomes being equally likely.

2

A type of circumstance or event that is described by a probability distribution.

3

A measure of the lack of purpose, logic, or objectivity of an event.

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

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