Sound Devices Flashcards

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Assonance

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The repetition of similar vowel sounds in different words in close proximity.

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Cacophony

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Harsh,unpleasant sounds that are used in poetry,often to create an effect.

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Consonance

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The repetition of similar constant sounds,especially at the end of words.

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Euphony

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Soothing,pleasant,harmonious sounds,especially words spoken in combination.

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Onomatopoeia

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Use of words to imitate the sounds they describe.

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Alliteration

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The repetition of constant sounds at the beginning of words in close proximity.

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