sacred

/ˈseɪkɹɪd/adj
Elementary
1

Characterized by solemn religious ceremony or religious use, especially, in a positive sense; consecrated, made holy.

2

Religious; relating to religion, or to the services of religion; not secular

3

Spiritual; concerned with metaphysics.

4

Designated or exalted by a divine sanction; possessing the highest title to obedience, honor, reverence, or veneration; entitled to extreme reverence; venerable.

5

Not to be profaned or violated; inviolable.

6

Consecrated; dedicated; devoted

7

Solemnly devoted, in a bad sense, as to evil, vengeance, curse, or the like; accursed; baleful.

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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