rationalization
/ˌræʃ(ə)n(ə)laɪˈzeɪʃn̩/noun
High School
1
The process or result of rationalizing, or expressing in rational terms.
2
A statement of one's motives, or of the causes of some event.
3
The reorganization of a company or organization in order to improve its efficiency through the reallocation of resources and changes in its workforce.
4
The concealment of true motivation in some non-threatening way.
5
The simplification of an expression without changing its value.
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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
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