Definition

Relating to or characterized by assonance, which is the repetition of vowel sounds in nearby words.

Example

The poem's assonantal quality made it sound musical and rhythmic.

Conversation

I just read a poem that had a really unique assonantal quality to it.

Oh really? What do you mean by that?

It used similar vowel sounds throughout, which made it flow nicely.

That sounds interesting! I love when poetry has that kind of rhythm.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Assonantal → It is formed from "assonare" (from Latin, meaning to sound together) and the suffix "-al" (meaning relating to). The word "assonantal" refers to something that relates to or involves the repetition of vowel sounds.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sounding together' ('assonare') to remember that 'assonantal' relates to the repetition of vowel sounds.

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