sentiment

/ˈsɛn.tɪ.mənt/noun
Middle School
1

A general thought, feeling, or sense.

2

Feelings, especially tender feelings, as apart from reason or judgment, or of a weak or foolish kind.

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