tendency

/ˈtɛn.dən.si/noun
High School
1

A likelihood of behaving in a particular way or going in a particular direction; a tending toward.

2

An organised unit or faction within a larger political organisation.

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