vanguard

/ˈvænˌɡɑɹd/noun
High School
1

The leading units at the front of an army or fleet.

2

The person(s) at the forefront of any group or movement.

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Antonyms

rearguard

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Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

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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”)

valvanvaxvazveevervetviavicvig

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

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Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

govviggivegovegovsvegavigovoglgiverglove

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