reaction

/ɹiˈækʃən/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

An action or statement in response to a stimulus or other event.

2

A transformation in which one or more substances is converted into another by combination or decomposition.

3

Reactionary politics; a period in which reactionary thought or politics is resurgent or dominant.

4

Unpurposeful behavior.

5

An icon or emoji appended to a posted message by a user to express their feeling about it.

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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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