vertigo

/ˈvɜːtɪɡəʊ/noun
High School
1

A sensation of whirling and loss of balance, caused by looking down from a great height or by disease affecting the inner ear.

2

A disordered or imbalanced state of mind or things analogous to physical vertigo; mental giddiness or dizziness.

3

The act of whirling round and round; rapid rotation.

4

A snail of the genus Vertigo.

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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