vertex

/ˈvɜː.tɛks/noun
High School
1

The highest point, top or apex of something.

2

The highest surface on the skull; the crown of the head.

3

The common point of the two rays that form an angle.

4

The point at which an axis meets a curve or surface.

5

A point on the curve with a local minimum or maximum of curvature.

6

One of the elements of a graph joined or not by edges to other vertices.

7

A point in 3D space, usually given in terms of its Cartesian coordinates.

8

The point where the surface of a lens crosses the optical axis.

9

An interaction point.

10

The point where the prime vertical meets the ecliptic in the western hemisphere of a natal chart.

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