vague

/veɪɡ/adj
Middle School
1

Not clearly expressed; stated in indefinite terms.

2

Not having a precise meaning.

3

Not clearly defined, grasped, or understood; indistinct; slight.

4

Not clearly felt or sensed; somewhat subconscious.

5

Not thinking or expressing one’s thoughts clearly or precisely.

6

Lacking expression; vacant.

7

Not sharply outlined; hazy.

8

Wandering; vagrant; vagabond.

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