reflexive
/ɹɪˈflɛksɪv/adj
Middle School
1
Referring back to the subject, or having an object equal to the subject.
2
Of a relation R on a set S, such that xRx for all members x of S (that is, the relation holds between any element of the set and itself).
3
Of or resulting from a reflex.
4
Producing immediate response, spontaneous.
5
Producing or provoking a reciprocal response.
6
Synonym of reflective.
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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