vulnerable

/ˈvʌln(ə)ɹəbl̩/adj
High School
1

More or most likely to be exposed to the chance of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.

2

Open to disclosing one's inner thoughts and feelings, acting in spite of one's instinct to self-preservation.

3

More likely to be exposed to malicious programs or viruses.

4

at moderate risk of extinction though not quite endangered.

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