Across
- 2. words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings (e.g. "pair" and "pear").
- 6. the rise and fall of the voice in speaking often conveying emotion or emphasis.
- 7. a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.
- 9. a natural combination of words commonly used together (e.g. "make a decision").
- 11. the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in closely connected words.
- 13. the rules and structure of a language.
- 14. the clear and precise pronunciation of words.
- 15. the study and classification of sounds in language.
- 16. a regional or social variety of a language distinguished by pronunciation grammar or vocabulary.
- 17. the set of words known and used within a language or by a person.
- 19. meanings when a single word has more than one meaning.
Down
- 1. the literal or primary meaning of a word.
- 3. where a word or language comes from.
- 4. a figure of speech that implies a comparison (e.g. "time is a thief").
- 5. a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.
- 8. the definition or interpretation of a word or sentence.
- 9. the implied or suggested meaning of a word beyond its dictionary definition.
- 10. to restate text or speech in different words often for clarity.
- 12. a phrase whose meaning is not predictable from the individual words (e.g. "spill the beans").
- 18. the emphasis placed on certain syllables or words in speech.