temperance

/ˈtɛmpəɹəns/noun
High School
1

Habitual moderation in regard to the indulgence of the natural appetites and passions; restrained or moderate indulgence.

2

Moderation, and sometimes abstinence, in respect to using intoxicating liquors.

3

Moderation of passion; calmness.

4

State with regard to heat or cold; temperature.

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

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