volatile

/ˈvɒl.əˌtaɪ.(ə)l/noun

High School

A chemical or compound that changes into a gas easily.

A variable that is volatile, i.e. has its associated memory immediately updated with any change in value.

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Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

nonvolatile

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”)

val van vax vaz vee ver vet via vic vig

Assonance

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

abo aga aha ahh ahl aho ahr ahs aki ali

Consonance

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

atv mtv tov vets vito event voter active invent travel

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