Dictionary Entry
consonance
Part of SpeechnounPronunciation/kon-suh-nuhns/Word FrequencyUncommon (3.07)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)The repetition of consonant sounds, but not vowels as in assonance.
In a Sentence
“The author skillfully employed consonance in the poem's rhythm, repeating 's' sounds to create a soft, flowing effect.”
Published Usage Examples
“We will review the order carefully and issue appropriate guidance to ensure that we continue to act in consonance with the law and with policy direction.”
“Perhaps because it was in consonance with Nazi doctrine and "efficiency" promulgated by the German High Command such as was reflected in a message received by Adolf Diekmann, the commander of the Nazi troops that committed the Oradour atrocities, on the eve of that massacre:”
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Origin
From Latin 'consonare', meaning 'to sound together'.
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Poetry examples for “consonance”
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