thunder

/ˈθʌndə/noun
Early Childhood
1

The loud rumbling, cracking, or crashing sound caused by expansion of rapidly heated air around a lightning bolt.

2

A deep, rumbling noise resembling thunder.

3

An alarming or startling threat or denunciation.

4

The discharge of electricity; a thunderbolt.

5

Synonym of thunder word.

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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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