Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

assonant

Adjective

/ˈæsənənt/

Definition

Having the same or similar vowel sounds in nearby words, especially as a feature of poetry.

Examples

In the phrase ‘Hear the lark and harken to the barking of the dark fox gone to ground’, the assonance of the vowel sounds creates a musical quality.
The poet skillfully used assonant sounds to enhance the beauty of the verse.

Meaning

The term ‘assonant’ refers to a poetic device where vowels within nearby words share the same sound, creating a sense of rhythm and cohesion in the text.