sovereignty

/ˈsɒvɹənti/noun
High School
1

Of a ruler (especially a monarch): supreme authority or dominion over something.

2

Of a nation or other polity: the state of being able to control resources, make laws independently, and otherwise govern itself without the coercion or concurrence of other polities.

3

Of a person: the liberty to decide one's actions and thoughts.

4

Pre-eminent or superior excellence; also, superior ability to achieve something; mastery.

5

A territory under the rule of a sovereign; an independent or self-governing nation or other polity.

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