scrutiny

/ˈskɹuː.tɪ.ni/noun
High School
1

Intense study of someone or something.

2

Thorough inspection of a situation or a case.

3

An examination of catechumens, in the last week of Lent, who were to receive baptism on Easter Day.

4

A ticket, or little paper billet, on which a vote is written.

5

An examination by a committee of the votes given at an election, for the purpose of correcting the poll.

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