understatement
/ˌʌndəˈsteɪtmənt/noun
Middle School
1
A figure of speech whereby something is made to seem smaller or less important than it actually is, either through phrasing or lack of emphasis, often for ironic effect.
2
An instance of such phrasing or lack of emphasis; an incomplete statement.
3
An incomplete disclosure that intentionally withholds relevant information.
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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