ravage

/ˈɹævɪd͡ʒ/verb
High SchoolNot in standard dictionaries
1

To devastate, destroy or lay waste to something.

2

To pillage or plunder destructively; to sack.

3

To wreak destruction.

4

To have vigorous sexual intercourse with.

5

To rape.

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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