sum

/sʌm/noun
Elementary
1

A quantity obtained by addition or aggregation.

2

An arithmetic computation, especially one posed to a student as an exercise (not necessarily limited to addition).

3

A quantity of money.

4

A summary; the principal points or thoughts when viewed together; the substance.

5

A central idea or point; gist.

6

The utmost degree; the greatest or most perfect realization (of some concept).

7

An old English measure of corn equal to the quarter.

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

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