stereotypical

/ˌstɛɹ.iː.əˈtɪp.ɪ.kəl/adj
High School
1

Pertaining to a stereotype; conventional.

2

Banal, commonplace, and clichéd because of overuse.

3

Relating to stereotypy.

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